Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight (6pm and 8pm)
8th March 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with a leading concert pianist (to be announced) perform Rachmaninov’s ever-popular Second Piano Concerto by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary le Strand. With other outstanding classical works by Elgar and Pachelbel, it’s a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many surrounding restaurants and bars to complete your night.
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Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Programme
Pachelbel – Canon in D
Elgar – Serenade for Strings
Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto No. 2
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving over 200 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.
Here’s a short video of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta performing: