What's on
A Sanctuary on the Strand, St Mary le Strand is an inspirational and peaceful place for Christian worship. An inclusive church we welcome and serve everyone. We celebrate every person and don’t discriminate on grounds of race, identity, gender, or sexuality. We are truly ‘open to God and open to all’.
See below for 'What's On' as part of our Public and Cultural Programme and our Special Events and Church Services.
For all enquiries relating to Candlelight Concerts, International Piano Series or City Music Promotions Concerts please phone: +44 7821 611023.
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Free Lunchtime Concert – violinist Leora Cohen, pianist Paul Wingfield
Free Lunchtime Concert – violinist Leora Cohen, pianist Paul Wingfield
Programme: Stanford Violin Sonata Op.70 no. 2 in A major Brahms Violin Sonata Op.78 no. 1 in G major Leora Cohen British-American violinist, Leora Cohen, enjoys a diverse career performing as a recitalist, soloist and ensemble musician around the world. She holds a first-class degree from the University of Cambridge and two postgraduate Diplomas from ...
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Warren Mailley-Smith (Piano)
Enjoy a spectacular recital by renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith including an outstanding selection of classical and romantic piano works. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exceptional performance by candlelight at the beautiful venue of St Mary Le Strand. There are many bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night Pianist Warren Mailley-Smith ...
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Strand International Piano Series 2023-4 (Concert 10): Ashley Fripp
Strand International Piano Series 2023-4 (Concert 10): Ashley Fripp
St Mary le Strand (The "Jewel" of the Strand) plays host to the second Strand International Piano Series. Further to it's launch to great acclaim in the 2022-23 season, the new series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas. London's most intimate concert venue boasts stunning architecture, beautiful acoustics and a brand new Steinway concert grand piano. ...
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The performance will also include Mozart's ever-popular Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby to ...
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The performance will also include Mozart's ever-popular Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby to ...
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Free Lunchtime Concert – pianist Li Zixiao
Free Lunchtime Concert – pianist Li Zixiao
Li Zixiao is an accomplished young pianist, educated at the prestigious Oberlin Conservatory of Music and The Juilliard School. With a rich background in music, Li has excelled in various international piano competitions, earning numerous awards. As a dedicated musician, Li has been mentored by renowned instructors including Robert Shannon, Yuri Drozdov, Matti Raekallio, Dang ...
The Strand Contemporary Music Series (Concert 5) – Works by Effy and Litha Efthymiou
The Strand Contemporary Music Series (Concert 5) – Works by Effy and Litha Efthymiou
The fifth concert of an exceptional new series of five dates of contemporary music at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand. A unique opportunity to experience new and innovative works by some of the UK leading contemporary music artists. St Mary le Strand is an outstanding and intimate venue, well suited for ...
Schubert by Candlelight
Schubert by Candlelight
Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of Franz Schubert's greatest works for piano by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith. Set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Mary Le Strand, London, it's a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There's a good choice of bars and restaurants nearby to complete your ...
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Strand Chamber Music Series 2023/4 (Concert 8) – Medea Quartet
Strand Chamber Music Series 2023/4 (Concert 8) – Medea Quartet
Enjoy the eighth concert in this exceptional new series of nine dates of outstanding chamber music in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand. A unique opportunity to experience some of the UK's leading chamber music artists, the series will cover a broad spectrum of repertoire from ensemble works by Beethoven, Ravel and ...
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy a spectacular recital by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, including a popular selection of outstanding classical and romantic works. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exceptional performance by candlelight at the beautiful venue of St Mary Le Strand. There are many bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night Programme to include Chopin ...
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Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and renowned pianist Warren Mailley-Smith perform a selection of Bach's magnificent piano concertos by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night ...
Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Bach Piano Concertos by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and renowned pianist Warren Mailley-Smith perform a selection of Bach's magnificent piano concertos by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night ...
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GLOW: Second Nature: Installation by Urban Projections
Second Nature (11-13 March 2024) a volumetric lighting and immersive audio installation by Rebecca Smith, Urban Projections will be installed in St Mary le Strand church. The piece is informed by live data exchange from the pollution sensors that surround the Strand Aldwych space.
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GLOW Eucharist – Second Nature
GLOW Eucharist – Second Nature
With the Second Nature light installation in place we celebrate the wonder of Creation.
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Strand International Song Series – Verdi and more!
Strand International Song Series – Verdi and more!
International opera stars launch London's newest classical song series held in the intimate space of "The Jewel in the Strand", St Mary le Strand. These five recitals, curated by soprano Susan Parkes, will cover a broad spectrum of composers, from Scottish folksongs, Vaughan Williams songs of Travel, Schubert lieder and Rossini's Cat Duet to a tribute ...
Debussy By Candlelight
Debussy By Candlelight
Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of Debussy's greatest works, performed by renowned concert pianist Julian Trevelyan. Set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Mary Le Strand, London, it's a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There's a good choice of bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night. Featuring ...
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Strand International Piano Series 2023-4 (Concert 11): Olga Stezhko
Strand International Piano Series 2023-4 (Concert 11): Olga Stezhko
St Mary le Strand (The "Jewel" of the Strand) plays host to the second Strand International Piano Series. Further to it's launch to great acclaim in the 2022-23 season, the new series will feature all 32 of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas. London's most intimate concert venue boasts stunning architecture, beautiful acoustics and a brand new Steinway concert grand ...
Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding musical evening with a breathtaking programme of Chopin's piano masterpieces in the stunning candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand in the heart of London. Featuring a renowned concert pianist Thomas Kelly, this will be a musical experience to remember! Also included will be a complimentary champagne reception from 30mins before the 8pm start. There are also plenty ...
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The performance will also include Mozart's ever-popular Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby to ...
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, The Four Seasons, by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The performance will also include Mozart's ever-popular Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. A hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are plenty of restaurants and bars nearby to ...
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Free Lunchtime Concert – pianist Sally Wigan
Free Lunchtime Concert – pianist Sally Wigan
Programme: Poulenc - 2 Novelettes Debussy - 3 Preludes: La Cathedrale Engloutie, Bruyeres, Minstrels John McCabe - Studies No. 9, 10; Snowfall in Winter; Tunstall Chimes Frank Merrick (arr. Stevenson) - Hebridean Seascape Award winning pianist Sally Wigan has performed across the UK and Europe in many prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall, the ...
A Night at The Opera on The Strand
A Night at The Opera on The Strand
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's leading singers will perform a dazzling selection of the world's greatest operatic repertoire. Set in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand, London, it'll be a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style. There are also a ...
Mendelssohn By Candlelight
Mendelssohn By Candlelight
Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn's greatest works, along with other outstanding compoistions by Schumann and Bach. Performed by renowned concert pianist Christina Lawrie and set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Mary Le Strand, London, it's a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There's ...
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Strand Chamber Music Series 2023/4 (Concert 9) – Astral Saxophone Quartet
Strand Chamber Music Series 2023/4 (Concert 9) – Astral Saxophone Quartet
Enjoy the ninth and final concert in this exceptional new series of dates of outstanding chamber music in the beautiful candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand. A unique opportunity to experience some of the UK's leading chamber music artists, the series will cover a broad spectrum of repertoire from ensemble works by Beethoven, Ravel ...
Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of the greatest wokrs for classical piano along with Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue works, Performed by renowned concert pianist Dominic John and set in the beautiful candlelit location of St Mary Le Strand, it's a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There's a good ...
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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, Four Seasons by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. A hugely appealing evening designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! Note - there are two performances available: 6pm and 8pm Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Julian Fish (violin) Programme Mozart - ...
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's masterpiece, Four Seasons by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. A hugely appealing evening designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! Note - there are two performances available: 6pm and 8pm Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Julian Fish (violin) Programme Mozart - ...
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Slings and Arrows: Shakespeare and the Cross – Good Friday Service
Slings and Arrows: Shakespeare and the Cross – Good Friday Service
Readings, Silence, Music, Meditations for Good Friday
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The Strand Celebrity Concert Series – Fenella Humphreys
The Strand Celebrity Concert Series – Fenella Humphreys
An exciting new series bought to you by CityMusic Promotions and featuring some of the biggest classical artists working in the UK today. Set in the stunning candlelit venue of St Mary le Strand, it's guaranteed to be a musical experience to remember! There are many bars and restaurants nearby to complete your night out. ...
Rachmaninov by Candlelight – Martin Cousin
Rachmaninov by Candlelight – Martin Cousin
Enjoy an exceptional recital of some of Rachmaninov's finest piano works performed by renowned concert pianist Martin Cousin. Set in the beautiful venue of St Mary Le Strand, London, it'll be a hugely appealing programme designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style! There are many restaurants and bars nearby to complete your night out. Featuring Martin ...
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Beethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Beethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional concert in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand. The outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, along with renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform Beethoven's ever-popular first piano concerto and other masterpieces by Mozart. This is guaranteed to be a musical evening to ...
Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary le Strand. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of classical and romantic piano works, including Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in what is guaranteed to be a musical evening to remember! There are also ...
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Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's master piece, The Four Seasons, in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The programme will be completed with Bach's outstanding piano concerto in G Minor. A hugely appealing evening designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!Note - there are two performances available: 6pm and 8pm ...
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight
The exceptional musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform Vivaldi's master piece, The Four Seasons, in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Mary Le Strand, London. The programme will be completed with Bach's outstanding piano concerto in G Minor. A hugely appealing evening designed to help you celebrate the weekend in style!Note - there are two performances available: 6pm and 8pm ...