Candlelight concerts are entertaining thousands of people in cities across the world. Its winning combination of talented musicians performing a wide array of music programs in some of the world’s most unique and historic buildings illuminated by a sea of candles is hard to beat. And now, its glow is spreading to Newport News because everybody should be able to enjoy music in a new light.
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 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.
Candlelight concerts
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
Immerse yourself in a candlelit evening inspired by one of the most successful alternative rock bands in the world. Since releasing their debut album, Parachutes, in 2000, Coldplay has continued to be experimental with their sound and redefine the musical landscape with symphonic hits.
Whether you turn to Coldplay for easy listening or are moved by their soulful lyrics and piano-driven melodies, this Candlelight concert is ‘going back to the start’ by taking audiences on a captivating musical journey through some of the highlights from the group’s impressive discography.
Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
From barking dogs to summer storms, icy winters and birds chirping in spring, Vivaldi’s The 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.
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
The magical Candlelight series presents an enchanting evening fit for royalty at this spectacular Queen tribute concert. Ever since their debut in the early ’70s, the larger-than-life rock band has enamored fans all around the world with their anthemic songs, iconic music videos and flair for showmanship. From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to ‘We Will Rock You’, their biggest hits have become staples of the rock and pop genres and have heavily influenced countless artists over the past 50 years.
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
Feel the power and emotion of Adele’s music as you bask in the warm glow of thousands of candles. With her most iconic hits, including “Rolling in the Deep” and “Hello”, the venue transforms into a sanctuary of magic and raw emotions. This spectacular tribute, dedicated to one of the world’s most renowned singers, promises an unforgettable evening that captures the essence of Adele’s timeless artistry.
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.