An Evening of Chopin Life & Times I
22 July @ 8.00pm to 10.00pm
About An Evening of Chopin Life & Times I
Chopin: Ballade no.1 in G minor Op.23
Chopin: Andante Spianato & Grande Polonaise Brillante Op.22
Chopin: Romance from Concerto Op.11 (arr. Gibbons)
Chopin: 6 Etudes Op.10 nos. 1, 3, 4, 9, 10 & 12
Chopin: Nocturne in F major Op.15 no.1
Chopin: Mazurka in C major Op.24 no.2
Chopin: 2 Mazurkas Op. posth. 68 nos.1 & 2
Chopin: Waltz in D flat Op. posth. 70 no.3
Chopin: Lento con gran espressione Op. posth.
For the 3rd concert of his Oxford Summer Piano Series, now in its 38th year, award-winning pianist Jack Gibbons presents the first of two biographical concerts tracing the extraordinary life and music of Frédéric chopin with works including the epic First Ballade, Andante Spianato & Grande Polonaise Brillante, Revolutionary Study, Romance from Concerto Op.11, interspersed with a selection of the composer’s exquisite Nocturnes, Mazurkas and Waltzes.
Reviews
“Jack Gibbons is a unique phenomenon in the musical world of today. Thanks to his virtuosic skills Gibbons can hold an audience in thrall. His concert-giving style is equally attractive: before his performances, he talks unassumingly but with great authority from the platform, drawing the listeners into a special relationship.”
Humphrey Burton CBE
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
£23.00
All orders will be subject to a per transaction booking fee of £1.50
Dates & times:
Wednesday 22 July 2026 at 8.00pm
Doors open at 7.15pm
Running time:
2 hours, including an interval
About Holywell Music Room
The Holywell Music Room in Oxford is one of the oldest purpose-built concert halls in Europe and a treasured cultural landmark in the city. Situated on Holywell Street, close to the heart of the University of Oxford, it was constructed in 1748 and is celebrated for its remarkable acoustics and intimate atmosphere.
Often considered the first dedicated music venue in England, the Holywell Music Room has hosted performances for over two centuries. It has historical ties to esteemed composers like Haydn and has been a key location for classical music in the region. The building’s interior reflects the elegance of Georgian architecture, with a design that prioritises sound quality. Seating around 200 people, it provides an immersive and personal concert experience.
The venue remains an active hub for musical performances, regularly showcasing chamber music, solo recitals, and other classical events. It is used extensively by the University of Oxford and local cultural organisations. Conveniently located in central Oxford, the Holywell Music Room continues to attract music lovers and visitors who appreciate its historical and artistic significance.
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