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Candlelight Sydney continues to illuminate unique venues with its signature sea of candles for unforgettable concerts covering a variety of genres. Talented musicians take to the candlelit stages to perform live music featuring classical twists on legendary songs by artists like Queen, Taylor Swift, and Rod Stewart. Rediscover some of your favourite music while sitting surrounded by countless candles at an intimate Candlelight concert.
Find your seat inside some of the stunning Candlelight venues in Sydney such as the Sydney Masonic Centre and St. Stephen’s Uniting Church. Take a look below to see what’s coming up and which Candlelight concert will move you this season.
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Featured Candlelight concerts in Sydney
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
Hear Coldplay like never before at a Candlelight tribute in the serene Sydney Masonic Centre. As the string quartet takes the stage with violin, viola, and cello, iconic Coldplay classics like “The Scientist”, “Clocks”, and “Paradise” will be brought to life under the gentle glow of candlelight. These iconic anthems transcend time, appealing to audiences of all ages.
Candlelight: Best of 80s
Prepare to be dazzled by a nostalgic tribute to the best songs of the ’80s. They topped the charts forty years ago and we continue to sing along every time we hear them play on the radio because they’re just fun and feel-good tunes. From Journey’s ‘Don’t Stop Believin” to ‘Take on Me’ by A-ha and ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’ by Cyndi Lauper, these and more hits will be recreated by Phoenix Collective String Quartet at the grand Sydney Masonic Centre.
Candlelight Jazz & Soul: Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin and More
Some R-E-S-P-E-C-T in the house! The popular concert series is paying homage to the Queen of Soul and the incredible Amy Winehouse. They’re both two of the best selling music artists and to this day and considered two of the best singers in the world. “Natural Woman”, “A Change Is Gonna Come”, “Rehab” and “Valerie” amongst many other songs at Sydney Masonic Centre.
All upcoming Candlelight concerts in Sydney
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews since arriving in Sydney. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“I wouldn’t change a thing. It was my first time and both my friend and I are ready to book our next one.” – Tribute to Taylor Swift at the SMC
“Awesome! Love interactions with audiences and little jokes😄” – Best of Anime Soundtracks
“Fantastic. The musicians did great justice to the music of Queen.” – A Tribute to Queen
“LOOOOVED IT!!!!” – A Tribute to Lana del Rey
Typically, there are two Candlelight concerts every evening, an early and a later session, which gives audiences ample choice and opportunity to experience music by Candlelight the way they would like to. It also gives audiences plenty of time to go out for dinner before or after and make the night more of a memorable experience. Still need some convincing? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a few more compelling reasons why Candlelight makes for a magical experience to remember.
Whether on your own, with a mate, with a group of friends, or with a special someone, guests will be captivated by these spectacular tributes to classical compositions, modern-day hits, iconic movie scores and more.
With tickets for as little as $30 depending on the concert, Candlelight is a night out that almost everybody will enjoy. Those that don’t, aren’t big fans of music or candles.
Please note: For the safety of performers and the audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.