Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight - June 29th

Jun 29, 2019 at 19:30 — 21:30 (BST)

Celebrate the end of the week with The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, featuring some of the UK’s most outstanding young professional musicians, led by the sensational violinist Martyn Jackson.  This dynamic ensemble present a programme of great classical music including works by Mozart and Vivaldi’s masterpiece, “The Four Seasons” in the heart of Manchester, by the evocative glow of candlelight.  

This special concert also features exceptional British pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, who has developed a large following across the UK thanks to his effortless technique and charismatic charm. One of his most extraordinary achievements is performing the complete solo works (3.5 million notes) of Frederick Chopin from memory. Mailley-Smith has performed for the Royal Family on many occasions, with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, at Carnegie Hall  and the Wigmore Hall and has been featured as Classic FM's CD of the Week. Press quote: “Stunning” Classic FM.

Programme:
Handel – Arrival of the Queen of Sheba                    
Bach – Concerto for 2 violins in D minor                              
Bach – Air on a G String                                               
Bach – Piano Concerto no 3 in D major                            
Interval                                         
Vivaldi – The Four Seasons                                              

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