Beethoven Violin Sonatas by Candlelight — The Strand International Chamber Music Series

About the Event

Savor this extraordinary concert, a highlight of the Strand Chamber Music Series 2025, held in the enchanting candlelit ambiance of St Mary le Strand. This series offers a rare chance to enjoy performances by some of the UK's top chamber music artists, featuring a wide range of ensemble pieces spanning baroque, classical, romantic, and 20th‐century composers. St Mary le Strand provides a breathtaking and intimate atmosphere, ideally suited for this auditory delight. Nearby, numerous bars and restaurants await to round off your evening.

Viviane, born in 2000, began her violin journey in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 2013, she gained admission to the Yehudi Menuhin School in England, studying under professor Lutsia Ibragimova. By September 2020, she pursued her undergraduate degree at the Royal College of Music in London, supported by the Sergei Kojine Scholarship. Her accolades include the grand prize of the CUIM 2020 Festival and the Performer prize at the Royal College of Music Contemporary Competition. Viviane frequently collaborates with Camerata Nordica in Sweden, the ENO, Oxford Philharmonic, Covent Garden Sinfonia, and Picadilly Sinfonietta, and occasionally serves as guest leader of the London City Philharmonic. Her performances span prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, and Cadogan Hall, among others. Guided by professor Radu Blidar, she plays a 1700 M. Goffriller violin, generously loaned by the Royal College of Music.