The Beethoven Sonatas

Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh International Royal Mile Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2025–26 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight and enhanced by a newly installed Steinway grand piano — these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile.

Featuring
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Bach - Prelude and Fugue in C minor Book 1
Beethoven -  Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31 No. 2 ("The Tempest")
Chopin - Piano Sonata no. 3

Warren Mailley-Smith is among the most sought-after pianists of his generation. In 2015, he made headlines as the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete solo piano works from memory in a landmark concert series. His career has taken him from Wigmore Hall to Carnegie Hall, and he has performed for members of the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. Known for his dazzling technique, expressive depth, and magnetic stage presence, Warren captivates audiences across the globe with over 200 performances annually and a repertoire spanning more than 30 piano concertos.