Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas

Event information

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with Rachmaninov's ever-popular Second Piano Concerto, in the spectacular candlelit setting of Hexham Abbey.

Featuring the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta along with renowned concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith and a leading violin soloist to be confirmed, it'll be perfect way to celebrate the festive season in style!

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Featuring

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Victoria Lyon (violin)
Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

Programme
Pachelbel – Canon in D
Rachmaninov - Piano Concerto No. 2
INTERVAL
Vivaldi - The Four Seasons
...plus a bonus festive item!


Since its formation in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta have become a regular feature on the UK concert scene, giving up to 100 performances a year in some of the country’s most beautiful and prestigious venues. The ensemble comprises some of the most prodigious musical talent and performs exclusively with leading virtuoso soloists. The group performs under the artistic direction of its founder, concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith and focuses on the virtuoso concerto repertoire of the baroque, classical and early romantic periods.


Here's a short video extract of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and Warren Mailley-Smith performing 'Winter' from Vivaldi's Four Seasons

https://youtu.be/96PzKgCnrlA