About

A festive classical concert at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh on 12 December 2026. The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and pianist Warren Mailley-Smith perform Nutcracker Suite, Rachmaninov and a festive medley.

What to expect

A candlelit Christmas concert of much-loved classical works in St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh.

  • Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite
  • Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto No. 2
  • Traditional – Festive Medley
  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Warren Mailley-Smith on piano

Questions

When does Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight start and end?

Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight runs Saturday, 12 December 2026, 19:30 until 21:15.

Where is Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight?

Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight takes place at St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Edinburgh.

How much are tickets for Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight?

Tickets for Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight cost from £22.38 on the official ticket shop.

What is on the programme?

Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite

Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto No. 2

Traditional – Festive Medley

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Getting there

St Mary's Cathedral, Palmerston Place, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW Edinburgh, Scotland, GB

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