Candlelight concerts have been held in over 100 cities around the world, and have acquiesced over 3 million attendees! With a reputation that often precedes itself, these concerts continue to be one of the most magical musical events. If you still haven’t been to one of these candlelit affairs, then here are 7 reasons why you should attend a Candlelight Concert.
1. The musicians
Enjoy music by professional musicians who are truly dedicated to their craft. Each Candlelight concert, whether it is a tribute act or an original artist, will leave you in awe of the musical talent. From solo pianists to orchestras, every concert is a captivating experience.
2. The atmosphere
With hundreds of candles lighting up each venue, it’s hard not to be affected by the enchanting atmosphere. The soft yellow glow highlighting the performers on stage creates an intimate setting that enhances the magic of the evening, and the incredible venues add to the splendour of the event.
3. Variety of musical genres
While Candlelight focuses primarily on classical renditions, you will be able to find tributes to a variety of different artists. From Taylor Swift classics played by a string quartet to renditions of Aretha Franklin and Amy Winehouse by a jazz band, there will be something to suit everyone’s music tastes.
4. Close interactions with musicians
Aside from hearing incredible music, artists at Candlelight often take the opportunity to engage with the audience between songs. The intimate environment creates a unique opportunity where audiences and musicians can interact over the music. You will be able to learn more about the music being played as well as about the artists on stage. .
5. Hear music by classical greats
Enjoy the incredible compositions of musical masters such as Vivaldi, Mozart and Beethoven as their music comes alive on stage. Candlelight concerts originated as a way to make classical music accessible to everyone, and honouring some of the best classical composers in history is one of the main ways to do that!
6. The ticket price
Every candlelight concert has a variety of seating options available at varying prices, ensuring that there are tickets to suit all budgets. With prices usually starting at around $32 for these exceptional performances at iconic venues around Perth, it really can’t be beaten!
7. The 5-star reviews
If the above six reasons still haven’t convinced you to attend a Candlelight concert, then perhaps we’ll just let our five-star reviews do the talking.
💬 Michael B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “A wonderful experience. Fantastic performance, and great sound. We will be back for future performances.”
💬 Nancy G. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Very impressive!!! Beautiful, musicians are very professional. It was an incredible experience!!!”
💬 Pamela J. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: “Wonderful performances and stunning atmosphere.”