Celebrate the end of lockdown in the heart of London where the walls of St James’s Church Piccadilly, will once again resound with the music of Vivaldi and Mozart, performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonietta featuring soloists Matthew Jones (violin) and Warren Mailley-Smith (piano).
After six months of lockdown, you can finally experience a romantic, candlelit evening in a socially distanced, covid-safe space, with selections of the world’s greatest classical music in the gorgeous St James’s Church, Piccadilly. The concert features timeless works by the monumental composers Mozart and Vivaldi. If you’re in need of a relaxing experience and want to learn more about classical music, or simply want to hear virtuosic performances by some of the best musicians in the UK, this concert is just for you.
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta is one of the UK’s most exciting young ensembles. Founded in 2018, the ensemble has performed throughout the UK including London, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Manchester and further afield. The Piccadilly Sinfonia exists to perform the world’s greatest classical music in the UK’s most historic venues.
The concert features breathtaking feats of virtuosity from violinist sensation, Matthew Jones in Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, and virtuoso concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith in Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 12 in A major.
Award-winning concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith has performed many times for the British Royal Family and recently became the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works from memory. An exceptional talent and a self-deprecating sense of humour, combined with his formidable technical skill and mature musicality, makes him a favourite with audiences.
Matthew Jones is a violinist and composer primarily known for his international performance work as a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He is Professor and Head of Chamber Music at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
So why not treat yourself to a spectacular evening of uplifting music and join us for a concert to remember?