| Thursday 31 December 2026 | 19:30 |
| Handel, George Frideric (1685-1759) | Royal Fireworks Music, HWV 351 | |
| Vivaldi, Antonio (1678-1741) | The Four Seasons (Il cimento dell'armonia e dell'inventione), Op.8 no. 1-4 |
| The Piccadilly Sinfonietta |
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in unforgettable style with an enchanting candlelit concert at Manchester Cathedral. As the year draws to a close, immerse yourself in the brilliance of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, a timeless masterpiece that captures the beauty of nature through electrifying virtuosity and vivid emotion. This exhilarating work, performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta with a leading violin soloist to be announced, is the perfect way to mark the turning of the year. The evening also features the festive majesty of Handel’s Fireworks Music, a joyful and regal celebration of sound that sets the stage for a night of elegance and jubilation.
With over 200 performances a year, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta has become a cornerstone of the UK classical music scene, delighting audiences with its vibrant interpretations of baroque and classical repertoire under the direction of concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith.
Join us for a night of sparkling music and candlelit beauty as we count down to the New Year in one of London’s most atmospheric venues.
'Stunning' – Classic FM

