Moonlight Sonata by candlelight at St Giles
Edinburgh
Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh
This candlelit piano concert at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh features classical performances suited for first-time concert-goers and classical music fans.
Event Details
The concert takes place from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. You can select your preferred date when booking. The age restriction does not allow children under 5 years old, and babies will not be admitted.
- Location: St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh
- Time: 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
- Age requirement: No children under 5 years old
Seating and Tickets
Tickets are available in five bands: AA (front section), A, B, C, and D (limited or no view). Seating within each band is assigned automatically to provide the best available spot.
Concert Program
The recital features renowned pianists performing iconic piano works, including Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata as the centerpiece. The programme varies slightly by date:
- General programme (eg. Warren Mailley-Smith):
- Chopin - Fantasy Impromptu
- Liszt - Un Sospiro
- Greig - Wedding Day at Troldhagen
- Rachmaninov - Prelude in C sharp minor
- Debussy - Clair de Lune
- Beethoven - Sonata No.14 Op 27 no. 2 in C sharp minor, 'Moonlight Sonata'
- Programme for 22 August 2026 (Ugnius Pauliukonis):
- Beethoven - Sonata No.14 Op 27 no. 2 in C sharp minor, 'Moonlight Sonata'
- Debussy - Clair de lune
- Chopin - Scherzo no. 2 in B flat minor
- Liszt - Sonetto del Petrarca 123
- Liszt - Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12
Additional Information
The concert offers a unique opportunity to experience classical piano music in the candlelit atmosphere of St Giles Cathedral. Nearby bars and restaurants provide options to complete your evening in Edinburgh.
For the best experience, book your tickets in advance and arrive early to enjoy the cathedral’s ambiance before the performance begins.
