Chopin by Candlelight at Christmas at St Giles Cathedral

⭐ Celebrate the festive magic with an unforgettable Chopin recital performed by Warren Mailley-Smith in the stunning candlelit setting of St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Highlights
🎹 Experience a handpicked selection of Chopin’s beloved piano works on a brand new Steinway Model B Grand.
🏰 Enjoy the Gothic beauty and historic atmosphere of St Giles Cathedral.
🎶 Let Warren Mailley-Smith’s poetic touch and emotional depth transport you this Christmas season.
🍽️ Nearby restaurants and bars make it a perfect festive evening out in Edinburgh.

General Info
📅 Date: November 28, 2026
🕒 Time: 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
📍 Location: St Giles Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE

Description
Celebrate the magic of the festive season with an unforgettable evening of Chopin by Candlelight, performed by acclaimed concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith in the magnificent St Giles’ Cathedral—a jewel of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile.

This exceptional recital features a handpicked selection of Frédéric Chopin’s most beloved piano works Let the music transport you in the glow of candlelight, beneath soaring Gothic arches and the intricate stained glass of one of Scotland’s most iconic and atmospheric buildings. Founded in the 12th century, St Giles’ Cathedral is steeped in history and tradition—a place where music, architecture, and spirituality meet in perfect harmony. 

Surrounded by twinkling lights, Edinburgh’s festive streets, and a rich array of nearby restaurants and bars, this candlelit concert promises to be a heartwarming and uplifting addition to your Christmas celebrations.

Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith – piano

Programme
(All Frederic Chopin)
Ballade No. 1
Berceuse
Raindrop Prelude
Nocturne in B flat minor
Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor
'Military' Polonaise in A major
Waltz in E minor (Op posthumous)
Waltz in E flat major