St Mary the Virgin Stapleford

25/07/2026

Its tonight! Tickets are available on the door for the brilliant pianist Yuko Sano. Join us today at 7.30pm at the beautiful, and cool, St Mary’s Church, Stapleford for a truly extraordinary concert.

Relax and Enjoy the Atmosphere
Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine or fruit juice during the interval—perfect for soaking in the ambience of this stunning venue.

Event Details:
Venue: St Mary’s Church, Stapleford, Herts SG14 3NB
Just a 10 minute drive north of Hertford
Free parking adjacent to Church
Accessible facilities on site

Tickets: £20 each
Reserve yours today:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07963 260715 (Niki Page)

Featuring internationally acclaimed concert pianist Yuko Sano.
Acclaimed for the poetic intensity and radiant clarity of her performances, Yuko Sano is an award-winning Japanese concert pianist. A Steinway Artist since 2018 and the first Japanese pianist to be named a Young Steinway Artist in 2014, she has earned a reputation for programmes that combine depth, elegance, and a deep sense of narrative.

Yuko made her concerto debut aged 15 with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, having given her first international solo performance in Salzburg at the age of 8. She has since appeared at major venues across Europe, South America, and Asia, including Southbank Centre, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, and Teatro del Lago.

She performs sought-after annual recitals at Lino Hall and her 'Bridge to the Future' solo piano series at Itabashi Cultural Hall, consistently selling out its 1200-seat venue and reflecting her enduring connection with audiences.

Yuko's debut album, Kotoba, was released to critical acclaim and selected as "Editor's Pick" by Record Geijutsu and ranked as one of Chopin Magazine's Top 4 recordings.
Get a preview of Yuko’s artistry (Ctrl/ click):
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHIoA622GpApSNHL20XFmQA
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness a pianist of international acclaim in an intimate and inspiring setting. Secure your seats now and be part of a magical evening of music!

Classical concert pianist Steinway Artist Oxford/Tokyo https://yukosano.com/

15/07/2026

Only 2 weeks to go to our next concert, tickets are still available!
Join us at St Mary’s Church, Stapleford on Saturday 25 July at 7:30pm for a very special evening of piano music with the internationally acclaimed Steinway Artist Yuko Sano in our beautiful (and cool) local church.
Tickets: £20 each - Reserve yours by emailing [email protected] or calling Niki Page on 07963 260715.
📍 Venue: St Mary’s Church, Stapleford, Herts SG14 3NB
🚗 Free parking available adjacent to the church
♿ Accessible toilet facilities
Ticket price includes a complimentary glass of wine or fruit juice during the interval
✨ The programme includes works by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy, Schumann/Liszt, Bach/Busoni, and Lennox Berkeley.
About Yuko Sano-
Award-winning Japanese concert pianist and Steinway Artist, Yuko Sano is renowned for her elegant, expressive performances and has appeared across Europe, Asia, and South America. Her celebrated career includes sold-out recitals, acclaimed recordings, and premieres of contemporary works, earning recognition from audiences and critics alike.
We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be a memorable musical evening.

03/06/2026

11/12/2025

On 21st December at 6.00pm we have our Carols by Candlelight service with mulled wine and mince pies after. We hope to see you there!

03/12/2025

As a reminder its our Carol and Gift Service this Sunday 7th December at 4.00 pm when we will be collecting gifts for the children of the Welwyn Hatfield Womens refuge. Hope you can come! Please pass on this message to others in the village and beyond. We will be singing some lovely carols and the church will be candlelit for the occasion.

So that everyone knows what age ranges to by presents for, the Womens refuge expect to have:
14 women and 21 children comprising -11 toddlers, 8 primary school aged children – boys and girls
One 10 year old girl, one 12 year old boy.

Hope to see you on Sunday!