Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight (8pm)

Enjoy an exceptional candlelit piano recital in the stunning setting of St Mary Le Strand in the heart of London. Renowned concert pianist Andrew Zolinsky will perform a captivating mix of masterpieces culminating with the Gershwin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue - this uplifting programme promises a celebration of music and the season’s spirit in one of London’s most atmospheric churches.

Featuring
Andrew Zolinsky, piano

Programme
Chopin: Nocturne in B major Op.32 No.1
Chopin: Scherzo No.2 in B flat minor Op.31
Debussy: Clair de Lune
Debussy: L’isle joyeuse
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in G sharp minor Op.32 No.12
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in C sharp minor Op.3 No.2
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in G major Op.32 No.5
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

Andrew Zolinsky’sunique style of programming and his individual interpretations have secured performances at many prestigious venues and festivals. His work with living composers brings a vivid freshness, energy and passion to his interpretations of music from previous eras.

Though a noted performer of contemporary repertoire, Andrew enjoys performing a wide range of music spanning several musical periods. His concerto repertoire includes Beethoven, Chopin, Grieg, Rachmaninoff, Gershwin and Barber, he has performed these composers with major orchestras, including the BBC Symphony Orchestra, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC National Orchestra of Wales, London Sinfonietta, Philharmonia Orchestra, London Concert Orchestra and the Orchestre National de Lorraine, and has worked with many distinguished conductors such as Stefan Asbury, Miguel Harth-Bedoya, Martyn Brabbins, Baldur Brönnimann, Diego Masson, Andre De Ridder, David Robertson and Pascal Rophe.