Rachmaninov by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral

Edinburgh



Rachmaninov by Candlelight at St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

This candlelit classical concert at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh features pianist Warren Mailley-Smith performing Rachmaninov’s works. It suits classical music lovers and first-time concert-goers.

Event Details

Experience a 60-minute piano recital in the atmospheric setting of St Giles Cathedral. The programme highlights dramatic and expressive pieces by Sergei Rachmaninov, alongside works by Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov.

  • Date: Select your preferred date and time when booking
  • Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
  • Location: St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh
  • Age Requirement: Not suitable for children under 5 years old (babies not admitted)

Programme

  • Rachmaninov – Piano Sonata No. 2 (revised version)
  • Rachmaninov – Preludes Op. 23 (selection)
  • Tchaikovsky – October (from The Seasons)
  • Rachmaninov/Rimsky-Korsakov – Flight of the Bumblebee

About the Artist

Warren Mailley-Smith is a renowned concert pianist with an international career spanning Europe, Australia, China, and the USA. Known for his pianist technique and charismatic stage presence, he has performed at prestigious venues including Wigmore Hall and Carnegie Hall, and frequently performs for the British Royal Family. He gives over 200 performances annually and has a repertoire of more than 30 piano concertos.

Seating and Tickets

Tickets are available in Bands AA, A, B, C, and D (restricted or no view). Seating is assigned automatically to provide the best possible view within each band.

Choose your preferred date and seating band when booking. Arrive early to find parking or public transport options near St Giles Cathedral. Consider bringing a light coat, as the cathedral can be cool in the evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a 60-minute classical piano recital featuring works by Sergei Rachmaninov, performed by pianist Warren Mailley-Smith at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh.
The concert is held at St Giles Cathedral, located in Edinburgh.
Renowned pianist Warren Mailley-Smith performs the Rachmaninov pieces at this concert.
You can select your preferred date and time in the ticket selector on the event page.
The concert duration is approximately 60 minutes.
No, the concert is not suitable for children.
Yes, tickets can be purchased online through the event's ticket selector.
There is no specified dress code, but attendees typically wear smart casual or formal attire for classical music concerts in Edinburgh.
Photography is usually not permitted during the concert to avoid disturbing performers and other guests.
Check the official event website or St Giles Cathedral's site for current details and updates about the concert.

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