Candlelight is spreading its love of live music in unique and historic venues to new audiences. The broad music selection, from classical greats to contemporary icons, combined with the atmosphere created by its trademark sea of candles is hard to beat, which is why the city’s first Candlelight concerts have all sold out.
However, there is no need to worry if you missed out or if you already want to buy more tickets because Candlelight has announced a new set of dates. And, tickets are already on sale.
What is Candlelight?
Candlelight is a series of concerts that are all performed by classically-trained musicians. Solo pianists, string quartets and other musical ensembles take to the stage to envelop and enchant audiences with a rich tapestry of sound all while hundreds—sometimes thousands—of LED candles flicker and twinkle and cast light onto the walls. It’s almost as if the flameless light magically dances to the notes being played.
Gone is the production element and from behind the studio effects, your favorite songs resound as you’ve never heard them before. It’s a sight and sound to behold, and one that you’ll want to experience again and again.
Lexington, KY’s first Candlelight concerts
The first Candlelight concerts in Lexington, KY will take place at the vibrant Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center. Rooted in its African-American heritage, the Lyric focuses on community engagement in the East End.
Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
From barking dogs to summer storms, icy winters and birds chirping in spring, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons is one of history’s greatest “program music” compositions.
Best known for his four-part masterpiece, it describes landscapes and scenes, evokes feelings and emotions and brings forth memories without the need for words. You know it without knowing you know it and it never tires, gets old or ceases to amaze. The program also includes recomposed versions of the famous masterpiece by French Romantic composer Jules Massenet and German-British post-minimalist composer Max Richter, as well as “Libertango” written by Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla.
Pay tribute to the brilliant, eternal and classic compositions of Vivaldi and more surrounded by a sea of candles.
Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
Ring in the holiday season with an enchanting Candlelight concert celebrating the spellbinding songs made to celebrate the cheery festive season.
As the colder months roll in, nothing warms the soul more than listening to a song sprinkled with a little Christmas magic. From the spellbinding compositions heard in The Nutcracker to typical festive carols like Hark the Herald Angels Sing, these songs stoke the fires of nostalgia and help keep the Christmas spirit alive.
This holiday season, be dazzled by breathtaking live music as one of the city’s most incredible venues lights up like a Christmas tree thanks to the magical glow of candlelight.
The wondrous spectacle is a spellbinding experience open to all music lovers. With multiple ticket types and affordable prices, Candlelight is the experience that affords all audiences the pleasure of listening to live music in a new setting.
Doors open 30-45 minutes before the concert start time to also allow audiences the opportunity to bask in the glow of candlelight and take in the atmosphere. Performances also generally take place two or three times per evening, allowing guests the opportunity to grab dinner before or after their concert.