8 July 2026 Dawid Drej
Why "I like Chopin" at Rajska 4C Changes the Definition of Candlelight Concerts?
Candlelight concerts have taken the hearts of music lovers around the world by storm. They are most often associated with monumental interiors – massive cathedrals or historic churches. Although such spaces certainly make a huge visual impression, they come with many limitations when it comes to the reception of subtle, romantic piano music. A perfect alternative that completely eliminates these shortcomings are the intimate "I like Chopin" concerts, located on level -1 at Rajska 4C Street in Gdańsk. Why does this inconspicuous venue win against great, sacred walls?
Intimacy Instead of Cold Distance
In large churches, the audience is often separated from the performer by a distance of several meters, and the musician himself seems to be only a small silhouette in the distance. The hall at Rajska 4C Street can accommodate a maximum of 50 people. Such intimacy makes the artificial barrier between the stage and the audience disappear. Listeners can closely observe the emotions on the pianist's face and the movement of his hands on the keyboard of the historic Ibach piano from 1930. This allows you to feel almost like you are at a private, elite recital in a Parisian salon.
Acoustics Created for the Piano
Churches were designed for the powerful sound of organs and choral singing, which is why their acoustics are characterized by very long reverberation. In the case of fast, virtuosic passages from Frédéric Chopin's works, the sounds in an empty nave can merge into one illegible blur of noise. A dedicated concert hall allows for much better control over the sound, so that every note struck by talented pianists – such as the award-winning Maciej Łobos – resonates clearly, selectively, and exactly as the composer intended.
Comfort and Full Organizational Flexibility
Events in churches are often associated with the cold radiating from the walls, uncomfortable benches, and a lack of basic facilities. "I like Chopin" concerts are about attention to detail and listener comfort – the facility has a cloakroom, a bar, and a bathroom. Furthermore, the venue is at the organizers' disposal 24 hours a day. This immense flexibility allows for perfect, individual customization of the offer (e.g., for tour groups with their own program) without stress and the need to comply with the strict schedule of parish services.
Events in churches are often associated with the cold radiating from the walls, uncomfortable benches, and a lack of basic facilities. "I like Chopin" concerts are about attention to detail and listener comfort – the facility has a cloakroom, a bar, and a bathroom. Furthermore, the venue is at the organizers' disposal 24 hours a day. This immense flexibility allows for perfect, individual customization of the offer (e.g., for tour groups with their own program) without stress and the need to comply with the strict schedule of parish services.
