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Beethoven Sonatas By Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional early evening piano recital at the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles' Cathedral!

Beethoven Sonatas By Candlelight

About Beethoven Sonatas By Candlelight

12th January 2026
19th January 2026
2nd February 2026
plus 16 more date(s), see below for more info
6.30pm
St Giles Cathedral
St Giles Cathedral High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1RE
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Experience an exceptional early evening piano recital at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh!

Renowned British concert pianists will perform a selection from Beethoven's impressive piano sonatas

Other works to be included by greats such as Rachmaninoff, Chopin, Gerswhin, Grieg, Schubert and many more!

Enjoy the beautiful candlelit venue of St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile

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Additional Dates: 19 January 2026, 02 February 2026, 09 February 2026, 16 February 2026, 02 March 2026, 09 March 2026, 16 March 2026, 06 April 2026, 13 April 2026, 27 April 2026, 04 May 2026, 11 May 2026, 01 June 2026, 08 June 2026, 15 June 2026, 29 June 2026, 06 July 2026, 13 July 2026

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