Piccadilly: Chopin & Champagne at Christmas

at Chopin by Candlelight by CityMusic Promotions

London Available from Mon 28 Dec to Mon 28 Dec

15% discount

+ use promo code DAYSOUT

+ no booking fees!

Book Chopin & Champagne at Christmas tickets & experience Chopin by candlelight in Piccadilly

  • Hear some of Chopin's greatest piano works performed live in the heart of London
  • Experience a festive piano recital surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • See acclaimed pianists Christina Lawrie and John-Paul Ekins perform on selected performances
  • Hear everything from Chopin's Ballades and Nocturnes to Scherzos, Polonaises, Waltzes and Etudes
  • Enjoy a complimentary Champagne reception before your chosen concert
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St James's Church in Piccadilly

Experience Chopin & Champagne at Christmas by candlelight at St James's Church, Piccadilly

  • Date: Monday 28th December 2026
  • Performance Times: 6pm & 8pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL
  • Champagne Reception: A complimentary Champagne reception takes place before each concert

Chopin & Champagne at Christmas Programme:

Monday 28th December 2026 - 6pm:

  • Chopin: Ballade No. 3
  • Chopin: Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor
  • Chopin: Trois Écossaises
  • Chopin: Nocturne in E-flat major
  • Chopin: Nocturne in C-sharp minor
  • Chopin: Waltz in C-sharp minor
  • Chopin: Minute Waltz
  • Chopin: Waltz in E minor (posth.)
  • Chopin: Etude in E major, Op. 10 No. 3 'Tristesse'
  • Chopin: Etude in G-flat major, Op. 10 No. 5 'Black Key'
  • Chopin: Ballade No. 1

Performed by:

  • Christina Lawrie (piano)

Monday 28th December 2026 - 8pm:

  • Chopin: Étude Op. 10 No. 3 in E major 'Tristesse'
  • Chopin: Polonaise Op. 40 No. 1 in A major
  • Chopin: Polonaise Op. 40 No. 2 in C minor
  • Chopin: Étude Op. 10 No. 12 'Revolutionary'
  • Chopin: Nocturne Op. 27 No. 1 in C-sharp minor
  • Chopin: Berceuse Op. 57 in D-flat major
  • Chopin: Ballade Op. 23 in G minor

Performed by:

  • John-Paul Ekins (piano)

Chopin, candlelight and a glass of Champagne this Christmas in Piccadilly

Step into the candlelight for an evening dedicated to the music of Chopin, complete with a complimentary Champagne reception inside St James's Church in the heart of Piccadilly.

Choose the 6pm performance to hear Christina Lawrie move through a packed programme of Ballades, Nocturnes, Waltzes and Etudes. Highlights range from the energy of Scherzo No. 2 and the 'Black Key' Etude to the famous Minute Waltz, with Ballade No. 1 rounding off the programme.

At 8pm, John-Paul Ekins takes to the piano for a different Chopin programme. Hear the 'Tristesse' and 'Revolutionary' Etudes alongside two contrasting Polonaises, the Nocturne in C-sharp minor, Berceuse and Ballade No. 1 in G minor.

Whichever performance you choose, start with a complimentary glass of Champagne before settling into St James's Church for an hour of Chopin performed live by candlelight. Christmas plans, officially upgraded.

Book Chopin & Champagne at Christmas tickets at St James's Church Piccadilly today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St James Piccadilly

197 Piccadilly,
London,
London,
W1J 9LL
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How to find us

St James's Church Piccadilly is located at 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL.

  • By car: Use W1J 9LL for sat nav. Central London parking is limited, so public transport is recommended where possible.
  • By train: Piccadilly Circus and Green Park Underground stations are both within easy walking distance of the church.
  • By bus: Several London bus routes serve Piccadilly and the surrounding West End.
  • By foot: St James's Church sits directly on Piccadilly, a short walk from Piccadilly Circus, Green Park and Regent Street.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Are Chopin by Candlelight Concerts wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Chopin by Candlelight is wheelchair accessible. 

What are the seating options for Chopin by Candlelight?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch Chopin by Candlelight.

  • Please note that the organisers operate an unreserved seating policy within each separate band.
  • Seats within each band (AA, A, B) are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Seating Options:

  • Band AA: Sit as close to the stage as possible
  • Band A: Sit in the front section of the venue
  • Band B: Sit at the middle of the venue.
  • Band C: Sit at the rear of the venue. Please note: Band C may have restricted views due to pillars. 
What age is Chopin by Candlelight suitable for?

Chopin by Candlelight is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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