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St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
Palmerston Place
Edinburgh
EH12 5AW
Scotland
Tickets
Prices: £20, £30, £40, £45
Booking line: 0333 666 4466
Book Tickets
Programme
Frédéric Chopin – Ballade no.4 in F minor, Op.52
Frédéric Chopin – Ballade no.3 in A flat major, Op.47
Frédéric Chopin – Ballade no.2 in F major, Op.38
Frédéric Chopin – Ballade no.1 in G minor, Op.23
Frédéric Chopin – Polonaise no.6 in A flat major 'Herioc', Op.53
Frédéric Chopin – Etude in A flat major 'Aeolian Harp', Op.25 no.1
Frédéric Chopin – Etude in C minor 'The Revolutionary', Op.10 no.12
Frédéric Chopin – Nocturne no.14 in F sharp Minor, Op.48 no.2
Frédéric Chopin – Nocturne in C minor, Op.48 no.1
Frédéric Chopin – Waltz in A flat major, Op.34 no.1
Frédéric Chopin – Mazurkas, Op.59: nos 1-3
Performers
Warren Mailley-Smith – piano
Programme Note
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and elegance, as renowned concert pianist Philip James Leslie performs a breathtaking programme of Chopin’s piano masterpieces in the candlelit splendour of St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh - a magical setting that perfectly complements the romantic brilliance of Chopin’s music.
Frédéric Chopin is celebrated as one of the greatest piano composers in history—a poet of the piano whose works are rich in emotion, nuance, and technical brilliance. His music, full of passion and elegance, continues to enchant listeners around the world. Experiencing it live, in such a historically and acoustically rich setting, is a rare and unforgettable treat.
Begin your evening with a complimentary champagne reception served from 6:50pm, before the performance begins at 7:30pm.
About Philip James Leslie
Praised for his sense of “culture and refinement” by the Liszt Society, British pianist Phillip Leslie is a thought-provoking artist and has received considerable acclaim for his performances across the UK and Europe. He has been described by ESM as a “tour-de-force” and his recent concert engagements include the Teatro Marcello, Steinway Hall, St John’s Smith Square, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Castellon Auditorio, Reid Concert Hall & the Wigmore Hall. Named a Park Lane Group Artist (alumni include John Ogdon & Jacqueline du Pré) in 2018, he made his Southbank Centre debut as part of Southbank International Festival in 2019 in a program of works by Knussen & Boulez. A champion of British repertoire and contemporary music, Phillip has performed works by Kenneth Leighton on BBC Radio and given numerous world premiere performances including works by Ian Stephens & Peter Copley.
