Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Event information

Experience an enchanting piano recital bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight and set in the awe-inspiring beauty of St Giles Cahedral, Edinburgh. This performance offers a rare chance to enjoy iconic piano works in a setting that heightens their emotional power and timeless elegance.

At the heart of the programme is Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Moonlight Sonata, a masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and melodic genius. Performed by renowned concert pianist, Simon Watterton, it’s the perfect addition to your weekend plans. There are many good bars and restaurants nearby to complete your visit to Edinburgh.

Featuring
Simon Watterton (piano)

Programme
Beethoven - Sonata in C Sharp Minor op.27 no.2 'Moonlight'
Schubert - Impromptu in E Flat Major op.90 no.2 - Impromptu in G Flat Major op.90 no.3
Liszt - Petrarch Sonnet no.123 - Liebestraum no.3
Debussy - Clair de Lune
Beethoven - Rage Over a Lost Penny

About the Artist
Wirral born pianist Simon Watterton has given recitals as soloist and chamber musician all across the world. In recent years he has performed in China, Canada, the USA, Sweden and Italy as well as extensively in the UK and Republic of Ireland.He made his concerto debut at London’s Cadogan Hall and was featured as a Rising Star in International Piano Magazine at the time of a cycle he gave of all the Beethoven piano sonatas in London. He has appeared at the Wigmore Hall, St John’s, Smith Square and the Purcell Room, as well as performing live on Radio 3’s InTune and for Classic FM.As chamber musician he has made two visits on a collaborative piano internship to the Banff Centre, Canada, and has worked with a number of artists including his wife, Irish violinist Anna Cashell, ‘cellist Raphael Wallfisch and violinist Daniel Rohn. In addition to this his piano trio have also performed extensively in the UK to critical acclaim.