The Complete Chopin Cycle, Concert 2: Études Op.10

PROGRAMME:
Pre-concert performance at 6.30pm, with Tim Lowe (cello) and Andrew Browning (piano) - Chopin Cello Sonata in G minor Op 65
Fantasy in F minor op.49 (1841)
Waltz in Ab op.69 no.1 (1835) L'Adieu
Nocturne op.15 (1830-33) No.1 in F
Waltz in F op.34 no.3 (1838)
Nocturne op.15 (1830-33) No.3 in G minor
Mazurka No. 6 in A Minor, Op. 7, No. 2
Mazurka No. 7 in F Minor, Op. 7, No. 3
Mazurka No. 8 in A-Flat, Op. 7, No. 4
Mazurka No. 9 in C, Op. 7, No. 5
Mazurka No. 10 in B-Flat, Op. 17, No. 1
Rondo à la Mazur in F op.5 (1826)
Three Ecossaises, Op. post
Galop Marquis
Twelve Études Op.10 (1830-32)
FURTHER INFORMATION:
This evening St. John’s Smith Square will resound to the romantic music of Chopin, as British pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith presents the second of eleven concerts in which he will perform all Chopin’s 200+ piano solo works, from memory. The first concert last month was reviewed in glowing terms: " ... here is a very fine Chopin interpreter indeed ... formidable technique ... breathtaking command of dynamic gradations ... wholly exceptional ... This quite memorable recital was justly rewarded with a spontaneous standing ovation." - Classical Source.
Described as 'Stunning' by Classic FM and 'The embodiment of the modern Romantic Concert pianist’ by Musical Opinion, this outstanding pianist is a favourite with London audiences and venues alike. Warren Mailley-Smith has played for the British Royal Family on many occasions and has given acclaimed solo recitals at Carnegie and Wigmore Halls as well as performing with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

This evening's concert promises to treat the audience to a programme of poetry and virtuosic display and will include some of Chopin’s most celebrated works, such as the Fantasy in F minor, some less-well known masterpieces such as the Rondo No 2 written when he was only 16, and one of his greatest collections of works the ground-breaking and breathtakingly virtuosic Etudes Op. 10.

Close to the hustle and bustle of Westminster, the church of St John’s Smith Square offers visitors to London a unique concert experience as the only Baroque concert hall in the UK, with its history, superb acoustic, beautiful interior and the convenience of its own cafe and restaurant in the crypt offering concert goers maximum convenience for the perfect evening out.

So come and indulge yourself in an autumnal treat and join us for a spectacular evening of uplifting music at St John's Smith Square, performed by this hugely talented British pianist.

There will be a pre-concert performance of Chopin's Cello Sonata in G minor Op 65 at 6.30pm, with Tim Lowe (cello) and Andrew Browning (piano).