Valentines Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an unforgettable evening of music, romance, and candlelit elegance, as acclaimed concert pianist Renata Konyicska performs a programme of Chopin’s most passionate and poetic piano works in the breathtaking setting of St Mary’s Cathedral, Palmerston Place in Edinburgh.

Frédéric Chopin—often called the poet of the piano—crafted music of exquisite tenderness, longing, and beauty. From soul-stirring nocturnes to dazzling waltzes, his music speaks directly to the heart. Whether you're sharing the evening with a partner, a friend, or simply your own love for beautiful music, this special concert is the perfect way to mark the occasion.

Set against the majestic architecture and warm candlelight of one of Edinburgh’s most beautiful cathedrals, this romantic recital is a rare chance to experience Chopin’s timeless masterpieces in a truly enchanting atmosphere.

Enjoy a complimentary champagne reception before the performance, beginning at 6:50pm.

Featuring

Renata Konyicska (piano)

Programme

Chopin – Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23

Chopin – Impromptu No. 1 in A-flat major & No. 3 in G-flat major

Chopin – Berceuse, Op. 57

Chopin – Raindrop Prelude, Op. 28 No. 15

Chopin – Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52

Chopin – Nocturnes, Op. 9 Nos. 1 & 2

Chopin – 3 Mazurkas, Op. 63

Chopin – 3 Valses, Op. 64

Chopin – Scherzo No. 4 in E major, Op. 54

About Renata Konyicska

Praised for her “sparkling, crystal-clear passage-work” (Classical Music Daily) and described as a “true international talent” with a “triumph of musicianship” (Stratford Herald), Hungarian-British pianist Renata Konyicska brings a rare sensitivity and imagination to the music of Chopin. She has performed at leading international festivals including IMS Prussia Cove, Festival de Piano Classique Biarritz, and Liszt Week Esztergom. A graduate of the Franz Liszt Academy in Budapest and the Royal Academy of Music in London, Renata’s artistry continues to captivate audiences across Europe.