The 19th Century Music Salon Experience
Step into the charm of a 19th century inspired music Salon with live performances, historic instruments, original compositions and a chance to meet artists behind the music.
An Intimate Evening of Music and Company
The series features live performances on an original 1850s John Broadwood & Sons 6’8” grand piano, alongside two historic square pianos: a Broadwood & Sons (1818) and a Longman,Clementi & Co (1798/99) — offering a rare and genuinely period-authentic listening experience.
Programmes combine solo and chamber works by the great masters of the past with newly composed music by contemporary composers, all firmly rooted in tonal classical music tradition, fostering continuity between heritage and living creativity.
A key aim of the series is to bring nationally and internationally acclaimed performers on historic keyboard instruments, as well as outstanding modern-day composers — giving audiences the opportunity to experience classical music as it would have been heard in a 19th-century salon.
Here, patrons can rediscover familiar masterpieces in their original sound world, while also being introduced to new classical works inspired by that same tradition.
In keeping with the salon tradition, on some evenings the salon will also feature curated displays of visual art — such as paintings and other works by contemporary artists — creating a shared space where music and the visual arts are experienced together.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music by candlelight, accompanied by a glass of wine and thoughtful company.
Experience the charm of a 19th-century inspired music Salon with an intimate evening of classical music, presented by The Tonal Composers’ Society and Music That Lives: Concert Series. This one-of-a-kind series offers a uniquely personal experience, unlike anything else in London, where audiences can connect closely with the artists and composers in a truly intimate setting.
The Salon is a rare and intimate concert space nestled within a small chapel, offering just 36 guests the chance to experience classical music up close. Beyond listening, it invites a sense of community — a space where audiences can meet the artists, share conversation, and connect over a shared love of music. Inspired by the spirit of 19th-century music gatherings, the Salon combines warmth, attentiveness, and presence with naturally resonant acoustics, creating an environment where music can be felt as much as heard.
Upcoming Events
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Tyler Hay
Friday 18 September 2026
19:30 - 22:00Critically acclaimed virtuoso pianist Tyler Hay presents the launch of his new album dedicated to the music of John Field.
Tyler will perform works by Chopin, Field and Jade, culminating in Liszt's monumental Piano Sonata in B minor.
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Quanta Trio
Friday 6 November 2026
19:30 - 22:00This innovative new piano trio explores great masterworks of the piano trio literature, interspersed with improvisatory performance based on a variety of sources, including classical works, folk music and jazz as well as free improvisation and original works.
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Leslie Howard
Friday 4 December 2026
19:30 - 21:30Leslie Howard, an Australian virtuoso pianist, musicologist and composer, presents a programme celebrating the masters of the 19th century. He is best known for being the only pianist to have recorded the complete solo piano works of Franz Liszt, a project which included more than 300 premiere recordings.