The beloved Candlelight concert experience has captivated audiences in more than 100 cities around the world, and that includes St. Petersburg. Once again, The Birchwood takes center stage with a number of candlelit performances; however, it will be joined by the First Baptist Church for what is going to be another unmissable season of performances.
Candlelight is all about escaping from the hustle and bustle of everyday life by listening to incredible musicians in the flickering radiance of countless candles. Whether you’re rocking out to Adele’s anthems or bopping to Coldplay’s biggest hits performed on strings, you’re sure to have a delightful evening at these snug shows.
Featured Candlelight Concerts
From Bach to The Beatles
Johann Sebastian Bach is one of the most notable composers of the late Baroque period, who has influenced a huge number of other classical and contemporary artists; The Beatles being one of them. He particularly inspired the bass guitarist of the Fab Four, when the latter wrote the song “Blackbird”. Paul used the refrain of Bach’s “Bourrée” to create a metaphor for the difficult moments of the late 1960s in the US and the whole world.
However, it is said that George Martin, the producer of The Beatles’ original albums, often referred to as the “Fifth Beatle”, would also share classical music with the lads. So, it seems that the genre lived in the band’s veins. This season, catch a special tribute at Coastal Creative to Bach and The Beatles and hear Brandenburg Concerto no. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048: I. Allegro, as well as “I Want to Hold Your Hand”, “Yesterday”, “Blackbird” and “Come Together”, among others.
A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Swifties, escape into the twinkling world of Candlelight in one of St. Petersburg’s most iconic venues. The spacious and heavenly First Baptist Church will twinkle with the glow of thousands of candles that flicker and dance to Miss Americana’s most iconic tunes.
She’s one of the most beloved artists of our time, known for her catchy and upbeat melodies and her lyrics being a window into her personal life. For the first time in St. Petersburg, you’ll hear Taylor’s biggest hits from some of her most memorable eras, such as “Shake It Off”, “Lavender Haze” and “Love Story”, reimagined by the talented Listeso String Quartet.
All upcoming Candlelight concerts in St. Petersburg
With its elegant blend of class and modernity, there’s nowhere better than St. Petersburg to continue burning the Candlelight LED flame and inviting audiences to experience live music in a new light.
Candlelight is an experience unlike any other, and you won’t want to miss out. Simply sit back and savor the stunning orchestral takes on modern-day hits and the music of yesteryear. The concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience.”
Note: For the safety of performers and the audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.