The magic of Candlelight San Diego is created by talented musicians performing classical takes on works by iconic artists and composers. From the best of Coldplay, Adele, Vivaldi, and more to famous soundtracks from the movies we all love, prepare to be immersed in an array of music genres at these breathtaking candlelit tribute concerts.
Enjoy spectacular tributes to your favorites at magnificent Candlelight venues in San Diego including Joan B. Kroc Theatre and Adams Avenue Theater. Prepare to experience a remarkable night of stunning live music as a sea of candles illuminates some of the city’s most gorgeous settings.
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Featured Candlelight concerts in San Diego
Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen
Delve into the musical world with a Candlelight concert paying tribute to the legendary rock band Queen. There you can immerse yourself in the timeless classics that have defined an era. From the anthemic ‘We Are the Champions’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to the heartfelt ballad ‘Love Of My Life’, and the infectiously catchy ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’, the best of Queen’s songs will be showcased at this unmissable event guided by a string quartet and the flicker of candlelight.
Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More
Candlelight presents an evening filled with the smooth melodies of some of the best representations of the neo-soul and R&B genres. From Prince’s 1984 song “Purple Rain” and Erykah Badu’s hit “Tyrone” from her Live album to more recent releases including “Don’t Touch My Hair”, “Redbone” and “Good Days”, the talented string quartet Range Ensemble will mesmerize you with these soulful melodies and more. The concert takes place at the charming Adams Avenue Theater that along with the sea of twinkling candles offer the perfect backdrop to these captivating concerts.
Candlelight: Featuring Mozart, Bach, and Timeless Composers
If you’re a devoted fan of classical music and want to hear some of the most famous works of the genre under candlelight, look no further. Candlelight invites you to a special tribute to some of the most notable composers in music history. They’ve changed the course of classical music and centuries after their death, we continue to hear their eternal melodies sounding as fresh as ever.
The incredibly talented Opus 76 String Quartet will play their take on Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67 and Mozart’s String Quartet No. 19 in C Major at Mission San Luis Rey. The program also includes works by Vivaldi, Debussy, Bach and more that you can experience like never before amid a gorgeous sea of candles.
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The concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“Just excellent…. A very memorable evening. Looking forward to another one.” — Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
“What a beautiful experience! Can’t wait to return to hear more music.” — A Tribute to Radiohead
“Such a vibe! 😍” — Skrillex to Zedd – Electric Legends on Strings
“Thoroughly enjoyable concert!” — A Tribute to Queen
The intimate atmosphere of Candlelight concerts and the talented musicians will guarantee a night to remember. The concert series pays homage to a range of contemporary hitmakers, legendary classical composers, iconic movie soundtracks and more.
With countless flickering candles illuminating each unique space, the San Diego Candlelight concerts will present a collection of classical music over the course of 60-65 mesmerizing minutes. And if you’re still unconvinced, we’ve rounded up some of our top reasons why you should experience the magic of Candlelight for yourself.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.