The Candlelight series of live-music concerts, lit up by the soft glow of hundreds of candles, invites everyone to experience renditions of great music, from classical, jazz, and soul to more contemporary hits. And it all takes place in intimate atmospheres at some of NYC’s most stunning locations.
Some of the enchanting candlelit performances are taking place at the 174-year-old St. Ann and the Holy Trinity in Brooklyn Heights, while others are taking place at the beautiful Church of the Heavenly on the Upper East Side as well as The Williamsburg Hotel, the Opera House, and The Sheen Center among others.
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Featured Candlelight Concerts
Favorite Anime Themes at St Ann and the Holy Trinity Church
Transport yourself to the fantastical worlds of the anime comics. The Highline String Quartet is going to take you on a musical journey through some of the most popular anime series. Music from Naruto, Sailor Moon, Attack on Titan, and Tokyo Ghoul will be recreated on strings at this intimate Candlelight concert. There will even be renditions of compositions by the popular composer Joe Hisaishi.
Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites at Boro Hotel
Enter into a soulful space at the Boro Hotel this season. You’ll be serenade with the soothing sounds of tracks by the likes of Frank Ocean, John Legend, Alicia Keys, and more. This Candleight performance is perfect for a relaxed evening out with a friend or special someone. Appreciate these less conventional genres surrounded by breathtaking, minimalist interior design.
Candlelight: 100 Years of Warner Bros.
Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Warner Bros. has teamed up with Fever to light up 100 Candlelight concerts around the world in 2023, with one of the very first to take place in NYC. St Ann & the Holy Trinity Church will set the stage for a night of songs from classic films, from 1939’s The Wizard of Oz all the way through to 2018’s A Star is Born.
All Upcoming Candlelight Concerts in NYC
Candlelight Reviews
Candlelight has been met with countless 5-star reviews from all over the USA. Guests have said that the evenings are “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience” and that “the performers were fantastic!”
“This show was a delight. The atmosphere, the musicians, and the audience made for a wonderful, intimate musical experience. The strings sounded amazing in there.” – Sci-Fi and Fantasy Film Scores
“Absolutely breathtaking! Beautiful venue and the string quartet was amazing! Bravo.” – Sci-Fi and Fantasy Film Scores
“Absolutely an amazing unique experience!!” – A Tribute to Ed Sheeran
“So fantastic there are no words. The music, the musicians, the setting, the staff–all top notch. Can’t wait to see more shows like it!” – Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
“We loved it. Amazing show! 10 out of 10.” – A Tribute to Beyoncé
After having enormous success around the world—in cities like London, Manchester, Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris—Candlelight concerts are lighting up NYC in all of its glory! Performances, which pay tribute to various composers past and present, have been known to sell out in days; hold off on getting your ticket and you might just miss out.
The Candlelight series typically takes place twice each night with two back to back 60-65 minute performances. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each show.
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