Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight (7.30pm)

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and elegance, as renowned concert pianist Ashley Fripp performs a breathtaking programme of Chopin’s piano masterpieces in the candlelit splendour of St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh -a magical setting that perfectly complements the romantic brilliance of Chopin’s music. 

Frédéric Chopin is celebrated as one of the greatest piano composers in history—a poet of the piano whose works are rich in emotion, nuance, and technical brilliance. His music, full of passion and elegance, continues to enchant listeners around the world. Experiencing it live, in such a historically and acoustically rich setting, is a rare and unforgettable treat.

Begin your evening with a complimentary champagne reception served from 6:50pm, before the performance begins at 7:30pm. 

Featuring
Ashley Fripp (piano)

Programme (All Chopin)
Nocturne in E flat, op. 9/2
Three impromptus plus fantasie-impromptu
Berceuse
Scherzo 3
Barcarolle
Nocturne in C sharp minor, Op. Posth
Scherzo 4
Mazurka in G minor, Op. 24/1
Mazurka in C major, op. 24/1
Andante Spianato et grande polonaise briliante

British pianist Ashley Fripphas performed extensively as recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician throughout Europe, Asia, North America, Africa and Australia in many of the world’s most prestigious concert halls. Highlights include the Carnegie Hall (New York), Musikverein (Vienna), Concertgebouw (Amsterdam), the Philharmonie halls of Cologne, Paris, Luxembourg and Warsaw, the Bozar (Brussels), the Royal Festival, Barbican and Wigmore Halls (London), the Laeiszhalle (Hamburg), Palace of Arts (Budapest), the Megaron (Athens), Konzerthaus Dortmund, the Gulbenkian Auditorium (Lisbon) and the Konserthus (Stockholm).