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St Mary Le Strand Church
Strand
The Strand
London
WC2R 1ES
England
Tickets
Prices: £35, £45, £50
Booking line: 0333 666 33 66
Book Tickets
Programme
Edvard Grieg – Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Franz Liszt – Liebesträume no.3, S.541
Sergei Rachmaninov – Prelude in G minor, Op.23 no.5
Claude Debussy – Suite Bergamasque: III, Clair de lune
Frédéric Chopin – Prelude in D flat 'Raindrop', Op.28 no.15
Frédéric Chopin – Fantasy Impromptu, Op.66
Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata no.14 'Moonlight', Op.27 no.2
George Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue
Performers
Warren Mailley-Smith – piano
Programme Note
Experience an enchanting evening of classical piano by candlelight in the beautiful setting of one of London's most historic and atmospheric churches, St Mary Le Strand. At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. The programme also includes much loved works by composers such as Grieg, Rachmaninov, Chopin, Debussy and Gershwin. Performed by renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, it’s the perfect addition to your evening plans in London. There are many good bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night.
Warren Mailley-Smith has given solo recitals at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. A passionate chamber musician, he is the Artistic Director of the Piccadilly Chamber Music Series and Founder and Artistic Director of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta. His career has taken him across the globe, with solo performances throughout Europe, Australia, China, and the USA. He boasts a concerto repertoire of over 30 piano concertos, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Warren’s growing discography has been widely praised by critics, broadcasters, and the public. His recordings are regularly featured on Classic FM and BBC Radio, with several albums selected as Classic FM’s CD of the Week.
