Tuesday 2nd December
13:05 - 13:50
Join celebrated pianist Warren Mailley-Smith for a lunchtime concert at Wells Cathedral. Admission is included with entry with a retiring collection in aid of the Cathedral.
About Warren:
Warren Mailley-Smith is a Steinway Artist. In 2016 he became the first British pianist to perform Chopin's complete works for solo piano from memory in a series of 11 recitals at St John's Smith Square. Hailed by the critics as an "epic achievement", Mailley-Smith is repeating the series at several venues in 2025.
He has given acclaimed solo recitals at The Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall and has performed for the British Royal Family on numerous occasions. One of the busiest concert pianists of his generation and gives over 150 solo performances per season.
His career has taken him all over the world, with solo performances in Australia, Europe and most recently solo tours in China and the USA. He is a popular soloist on the London concert scene and performs regularly in music societies, festivals and concert halls throughout the UK and abroad.
He has 40 piano concertos in his repertoire, having made his concerto debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
His recordings have been featured by Classic FM as CD of the Week and are featured regularly on Classic FM and the BBC.
He is also an active chamber musician and is the Artistic Director of the Piccadilly Chamber Music Series and The Piccadilly Sinfonietta in addition to holding the position of Resident Concert Pianist at St Mary le Strand.
Warren is the Director of City Music Promotions and Artistic Director of the Royal Mile International Piano Series and the Strand International Piano Series.
“Rapidly establishing himself as one of the best pianists of his generation Warren Mailley-Smith is that rare exceptional talent who turns out to be utterly charming and down to earth with a gentle, self-depreciating sense of humour. Combined with his formidable technical skill and mature musicality, these attributes have made him a favourite for both audiences and St Martin’s staff alike.” St Martin in the Field, Staff Pick of the Month
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta will be performing a concert at Wells Cathedral this evening. Click the link below to book your tickets.