Since arriving in Austin, Candlelight concerts have left a lasting impression on music lovers in the city. These captivating concerts combine gorgeous classical renditions of iconic songs with a sea of flickering candles for the ultimate music experience. Taking place inside spectacular state-of-the-art music venues in Austin as well as other unique spaces, these concerts aren’t to be missed.
When deciding where to host these magical concerts, Candlelight makes it a priority to seek out the most extraordinary venues that the city has to offer. Beautiful locations across Austin including The Mansion, AFS Cinema and St David’s Episcopal Church provide the backdrop for these enchanting concerts that music fans are bound to enjoy.
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Southwestern University: Preparing for the Future
Candlelight is shining a new and flickering light on the prestigious Southwestern University. The university has claimed a number of notable firsts, including the very first recorded homecoming and the establishment of the first literary journal in Texas. Now it’s hosting the wildly popular Candlelight series inside the Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, a state-of-the-art venue that facilitates the performing arts.
Lois Perkins Chapel at Southwestern University
Built in 1950, the Lois Perkins Chapel continues to provide a place for worship at Southwestern University. And it’s also set to serve as a unique venue for a spooky tribute to Halloween classics.
St David’s Episcopal Church: Austin’s Historic Gem
It’s no secret that Austin is home to a considerable number of churches, but there’s something extra special about St David’s Episcopal Church. Constructed in 1854, the church is one of the oldest buildings that still stands in the city. Because of the venue’s long history and importance to the residents of Austin, the church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Candlelight invites you to hear talented musicians interpret chart-topping hits and iconic compositions in one of Austin’s most historic venues for a special night to remember.
Discover more about St David’s Episcopal Church.
“AFS Cinema: Candlelight Magic at a Movie Theater
Motivated by their mission to bring the local community together through the arts, AFS Cinema is Austin’s only non-profit art house theater. In addition to this series of magical Candlelight concerts, this venue hosts several daily screenings of a range of movies from foreign language films to riveting documentaries. Grab a drink or snack from the lobby and take your seat in the cinema’s spacious 4,675 sq ft production hall to enjoy sensational live music performances made even more special by the glow of thousands of candles.
Read more about AFS Cinema.
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With a range of tribute concerts to music stars of the past and present, you’ll be sure to find a Candlelight concert for you. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the stunning renditions of iconic hits performed by incredibly gifted musicians. The concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience.”
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