Candlelight Concerts comes to Prahran Square this March

Back to News & Stories Posted Mar 09, 2023

The breathtaking, multi-sensory Candlelight Concerts experience showcasing classical music is heading to Prahran Square for two intimate shows this March.

The concerts will feature awe-inspiring repertoires from jazz greats and esteemed movie soundtrack composers.

The first performance on Saturday 25 March, will be a tribute to Aretha Franklin and other jazz greats. Falling on Aretha's birthday, you will be mesmerised by spectacular classical renditions of Aretha's most popular songs during this timely and heart-warming performance.

The final performance on Sunday 26 March will feature works from highly esteemed movie soundtrack composers such as Joe Hisaishi, Hans Zimmer, John Williams and more.

Candlelight Concerts are a series of original music concerts aimed at democratising access to culture by allowing people worldwide to enjoy live music and candlelit performances played by local musicians in various stunning locations illuminated by thousands of candles.

What: Candlelight Concerts at Prahran Square
When: 25 & 26 March 2023
Where: Prahran Square, Cato Street, Prahran VIC 3181

There's always something going on in Prahran Square! Learn more at prahransquare.com.au/whats-on

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About Candlelight Concerts

Candlelight was initially conceived as a classical music series with concerts featuring works from the greatest composers, such as Vivaldi, Mozart, and Chopin. Now, the ever-growing list of programs includes various themes and genres, including tributes to contemporary artists such as Queen, ABBA, Coldplay, and Ed Sheeran, and shows dedicated to K-Pop, movie soundtracks and many more.

This multi-sensory experience has also evolved to feature elements such as ballet dancers or aerial performers and other genres such as jazz, soul, opera, flamenco and more! Candlelight Concerts are present in more than 100 cities worldwide, with over 3 million guests in attendance to date.