Piccadilly: Moonlight Sonata at Christmas

at Moonlight Sonata at Christmas
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Book Moonlight Sonata at Christmas tickets & experience Beethoven by candlelight in Piccadilly

  • Hear Beethoven's world-famous Moonlight Sonata performed live in the heart of London
  • Experience a festive piano recital surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • See acclaimed concert pianist Ziteng Fan perform live at St James's Church
  • Hear masterpieces by Mendelssohn, Schumann, Chopin, Debussy, Handel, Liszt and Beethoven
  • Enjoy everything from Clair de Lune and Fantaisie-Impromptu to Chopin's Ballade No. 1
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St James's Church in Piccadilly

Experience Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by candlelight at St James's Church, Piccadilly

  • Date: Saturday 28th November 2026
  • Doors Open: 30 minutes prior to showtime
  • Performance Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight Programme:

  • Mendelssohn: Lied ohne Worte in E major, Op. 19b No. 1
  • Schumann: Träumerei
  • Chopin: Fantaisie-Impromptu
  • Debussy: Clair de Lune
  • Handel: Menuet in G minor, arranged by Wilhelm Kempff
  • Mendelssohn: Lied ohne Worte in F-sharp minor, Op. 67 No. 2
  • Liszt: Liebesträume
  • Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata
  • Chopin: Ballade No. 1

Performed by:

  • Ziteng Fan (piano)

World-class piano music performed live this Christmas in Piccadilly

Step into the candlelight as acclaimed concert pianist Ziteng Fan brings a packed programme of classical and romantic favourites to St James's Church in Piccadilly.

The programme moves from Mendelssohn's Songs Without Words and Schumann's Träumerei to Chopin's dazzling Fantaisie-Impromptu and Debussy's atmospheric Clair de Lune, with Handel and Liszt also adding their own unmistakable sound to the evening.

Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata takes centre stage before the recital closes with Chopin's powerful Ballade No. 1, rounding off an hour that moves from quiet moments to full-on piano drama.

Whether Beethoven is already firmly on your playlist or you're looking for a different Christmas night out in London, this candlelit recital brings nine brilliant works together inside one of Piccadilly's most historic churches.

Book Moonlight Sonata 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, in the heart of London's West End.

  • By car: Use postcode W1J 9LL for your sat nav. There is no visitor parking at St James's Church. The nearest paid parking is in Soho, approximately a 7-minute walk away, although spaces are limited.
  • By train: Charing Cross is the nearest major railway station and is approximately a 15-minute walk away. Victoria is around a 20-minute walk or a short journey on bus route 38.
  • By Tube: Green Park and Piccadilly Circus are both approximately a 5-minute walk from the church.
  • By bus: Routes 6, 9, 14, 19, 22, 38, 139 and 159 stop nearby around Piccadilly and Regent Street.
  • By foot: From Green Park, use the Piccadilly exit, turn left and walk towards Piccadilly Circus. St James's Church is just beyond the Royal Academy of Arts.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Is Moonlight Sonata at Christmas wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Moonlight Sonata at Christmas is wheelchair accessible. 

What are the seating options for Moonlight Sonata at Christmas?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch Moonlight Sonata at Christmas.

  • 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 Moonlight Sonata at Christmas suitable for?

Moonlight Sonata at Christmas is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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