Valentine's Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight at Chichester Cathedral

⭐ Celebrate Valentine’s night with a magical evening of candlelit piano masterpieces at Chichester Cathedral!

Highlights
🎹 Romantic piano works performed by acclaimed British pianist Simon Waterton.
🕯️ Candlelit ambiance in the stunning Chichester Cathedral.
🎶 Programme includes Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata, Chopin’s Nocturne in E-flat, Liszt’s Liebestraum No. 3, Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, and pieces by Debussy, Grieg, Schumann, Rachmaninov, and Prokofiev.
💖 Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone who loves beautiful music.

General Info
📅 Date: February 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM - 9:20 PM
📍 Location: Chichester Cathedral, Chichester PO19 1PX

Description
Celebrate Valentine’s night with an unforgettable evening of music in the stunning, candlelit setting of Chichester Cathedral. This special concert features an exquisite programme of romantic piano masterpieces, performed by acclaimed British pianist Simon Watterton, renowned for his expressive touch and captivating artistry.

This exceptional programme ranges from the tender beauty of Chopin’s Nocturne in E-flat to the passionate longing of Liszt’s Liebestraum No. 3, and the sweeping drama of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. At its emotional heart lies Beethoven’s iconic Moonlight Sonata, a timeless work full of intimacy, intensity, and poetic depth. Also featured are beloved pieces by Debussy, Grieg, Schumann, Rachmaninov, and Prokofiev, each offering a different expression of romance, reflection, or joy. With the soft glow of candlelight and the breathtaking acoustics of Chichester Cathedral, this is the perfect way to celebrate love—whether with a partner, friends, or simply your love for beautiful music.

Featuring
Simon Waterton (piano)

Programme
Bach – Goldberg Variations: Aria
Gershwin – The Man I Love
Grieg – Wedding Day at Troldhaugen
Chopin – Nocturne in E-flat, Op. 9 No. 2
Liszt – Liebestraum No. 3
Rachmaninov – Liebeslied
Beethoven – Moonlight Sonata
Debussy – Clair de lune
Prokofiev – Montagues and Capulets
Schumann – Romance in F-sharp major, Op. 28 No. 2
Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue