Chopin and Champagne by Candlelight

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of music and elegance, as renowned concert pianist Madalina Ruso performs a breathtaking programme of Chopin’s piano masterpieces in the candlelit splendour of St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh - a magical setting that perfectly complements the romantic brilliance of Chopin’s music.

Frédéric Chopin is celebrated as one of the greatest piano composers in history—a poet of the piano whose works are rich in emotion, nuance, and technical brilliance. His music, full of passion and elegance, continues to enchant listeners around the world. Experiencing it live, in such a historically and acoustically rich setting, is a rare and unforgettable treat.

Begin your evening with a complimentary champagne reception served from 6:50pm, before the performance begins at 7:30pm.

Featuring

Madalina Ruso (piano)

Programme (All Chopin)

Chopin - Fantasie Impromptu op.66

Chopin - Waltzes Op. 64 no 1 & 2

Chopin - Waltz op. 69 no. 2 in B minor

Chopin - Waltz in E minor op posth.

Chopin - Ballades no. 1 & 2

Interval

Chopin - Nocturne Op. 48 no 1 in C minor

Chopin - Nocturne Op. 55 no. 1 in F minor

Chopin - Nocturne Op. Posth in C# minor

Chopin - Nocturne Op. Posth in E minor

Chopin - Ballades no. 3 & 4

Madalina Rusu is an established and experienced concert pianist, performing as a soloist and chamber musician.

During her youth she performed to critical acclaim in her home country Romania, and throughout Europe in Bulgaria, Hungary, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Spain and Portugal. She moved to London, UK, in 2004, to study with Professor Joan Havill at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Graduating in 2011, Madalina has appeared as a soloist across the UK including appearances at Barbican Hall, Cadogan Hall, LSO St Luke’s and St Martin’s in the Fields. In 2020 she moved to Warrington, Cheshire, with her partner and daughter, and splits her time between performing and managing a busy music school. Born in 1985 in Constanta, Romania, Madalina began her musical studies at the Music High School in Constanta with professors Iuliana Carlig, Cristian Dumitrescu and Constantin Ionescu–Vovu. She then received a full scholarship to attend the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, London, where she gained a First class BMus Honours degree, and graduated the MMus course (Guildhall Artist – Performance) with distinction. Madalina was therefore awarded the prestigious Guildhall Artist Fellowship.