Gdansk: Chopin's Piano Concert by Candle Glow

Piano Concert by Candlelight at St. Catherine's Church in Gdansk

This candlelit piano concert takes place in the 13th-century Gothic St. Catherine's Church, ideal for classical music enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Experience Chopin’s music in a candlelit Gothic church setting
• Enjoy the exceptional acoustics of St. Catherine's Church
• Hear pieces by Chopin, Bach, Beethoven, and other renowned composers
• Attend daily performances with different musical selections

Description

This concert series is dedicated primarily to the works of Fryderyk Chopin, one of Poland’s most celebrated composers. Alongside Chopin’s compositions, the program features notable piano pieces by Bach, Beethoven, Liszt, Schumann, Rachmaninoff, and Prokofiev.

The venue is the Rectoral Church of the Carmelite Fathers of St. Catherine, a spacious 13th-century Gothic church known for its outstanding acoustics. The combination of candlelight and the church’s acoustic qualities creates a memorable listening experience.

The concert program changes daily, offering varied selections to attendees. Typical pieces include:

• F. Chopin – Scherzo in B minor, Op. 31
• F. Chopin – Fantasy in F minor, Op. 49
• J. S. Bach – Prelude & Fugue in G-sharp minor, WTC II
• F. Chopin – Barcarolle in F-sharp major, Op. 60
• L. van Beethoven – Sonata in A-flat major, Op. 31 No. 3
• F. Chopin – Polonaise in A major, Op. 40 No. 1
• S. Prokofiev – Sonata No. 3, Op. 28
• F. Chopin – Nocturne in C-sharp minor, Op. posth.
• S. Rachmaninoff – Étude in D minor, Op. 33 No. 4
• F. Liszt – Petrarch Sonnet No. 104
• F. Chopin – Étude in E minor, Op. 25 No. 5
• R. Schumann – Papillons, Op. 2
• F. Chopin – Étude in C minor, Op. 10 No. 12 (“Revolutionary Étude”)

The organizer may change the concert program without prior notice.

Includes

• Candlelight piano concert
• Performance of works by Chopin and other renowned composers
• Admission to the Rectoral Church of the Carmelite Fathers of St. Catherine

Excludes

• Transportation to the venue
• Food and drinks

Important Information

• Concert duration: 50 minutes
• The program is subject to change at the organizer’s discretion

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For a better experience, arrive early to find parking and bring a light jacket since the church can be cool. Evening concerts are recommended for atmosphere and acoustics.