Rhapsody in Blue by candlelight

Edinburgh



🎵 This candlelit concert experience is brought to you by CityMusic Promotions.

Tickets for Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight

  • 🎫 Band AA ticket for 1
  • 🎫 Band A ticket for 1
  • 🎫 Band B ticket for 1
  • 🎫 Band C ticket for 1
  • 🎫 Band D (restricted/no views) ticket for 1

   You'll be able to select your seats in your chosen ticket zone on arrival

Highlights

  • 🎼 Stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue
  • 🎻 Exceptional performance by renowned concert pianists
  • ⭐ The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers
  • ⛪ The beautiful St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh

General Info

  • 📅 Dates and times (see date selector)
  • ⏳ Duration: 1 hour (6.15pm-7.15pm)
  • 📍 Location:St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh
  • 👤 Age requirement: CityMusic Promotions events are not suitable for children under the age of 5 years old (babies will not be admitted)

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Featuring a selection of renowned concert pianists, the programme includes Gershwin's masterpiece, Rhapsody In Blue along with other outstanding classical and romantic piano works

Dates and Programmes

24th April 2027
Hiroaki Takenouchi (piano)
J.S. Bach: Capriccio on the Departure of the Beloved Brother , BWV 992
Beethoven: Sonata in E flat, Op. 81a “Les Adieux”
Chopin: Waltz in A flat, Op. 69 No. 1 “Valse de l’adieu”
Chopin: Etude Op. 10 No. 3
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

29th May 2027
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)
Mozart: Turkish Rondo
Beethoven: Pathétique Sonata
Satie: Gymnopédie
Liszt/Schumann: Widmung
Debussy: Arabesque
Gershwin: Three Preludes
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

26th June 2027
Maiko Mori (piano)
George Gershwin: Three Preludes
Beethoven: Sonata in C minor, Op. 13 “Pathétique”
Grieg: Homesickness , Op. 57 No. 6
Grieg: Homeward , Op. 62 No. 6
Grieg: Wedding Day at Troldhaugen , Op. 65 No. 6
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

Frequently Asked Questions

Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight is a candlelit concert in Edinburgh featuring Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue performed by renowned solo pianists at St Giles Cathedral.
The concert takes place at St Giles Cathedral, a historic venue in Edinburgh.
Yes, you can choose your seat within your ticket's designated band on arrival at the venue.
Tickets are available in Bands AA, A, B, C, and D, with Band D offering restricted or no views.
Yes, the concert is designed to be a welcoming introduction to classical music for first-time attendees in Edinburgh.
The concert duration is not specified; check the official event website for detailed schedule information.
Child attendance policies are not detailed here; check the event website for age restrictions or guidelines.
Typically, photography is not permitted during candlelit classical concerts to avoid disturbing performers and audience.
St Giles Cathedral is centrally located in Edinburgh's Old Town and is accessible by public transport, walking, and taxi.
Ticket availability on the day varies; it is recommended to check the official website or box office for current information.

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