Following its acclaimed debut in 2024, the prestigious Edinburgh Royal Mile Royal International Piano Series returns with a complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 Piano Sonatas, performed across the 2026–27 season. Showcasing exceptional talent from leading UK and international pianists, each recital offers a unique perspective on some of the most profound and beloved works in the piano repertoire.

This season marks the 200th anniversary of Beethoven's death  - these concerts pay a fitting tribute to his great genius, two centuries on.

Set against the magnificent backdrop of St Giles’ Cathedral — illuminated by candlelight and enhanced by a newly installed Steinway grand piano — these concerts promise an unforgettable musical experience at the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile.

Featuring
Maiko Mori

Programme
Ludwig van Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31, No. 2 'The Tempest'
I. Largo – Allegro
II. Adagio
III. Allegretto
Frédéric Chopin
Etude Op. 10, No. 3 in E major 'Tristesse'
Impromptu No. 1 in A-flat major, Op. 29
Hamish MacCunn Six Scottish Dances, Op. 28
No. 4: Dirk Dance
No. 5: Plaid Dance
Amy Beach Two Pieces, Op. 54 No. 1: Scottish Legend
Clara Schumann Scherzo No. 2 in C minor, Op. 14
Robert Schumann (arr. Clara Schumann) Widmung (Dedication), Op. 25, No. 1
Robert Schumann Toccata in C major, Op. 7

Tickets here Eventim