Candlelight Baku is Azerbaijan’s first candlelight concert project.
Surrounded by 2,500 candles, in the enchanting atmosphere of the Opera Studio Concert Hall at the Baku Music Academy — an evening of music by Hans Zimmer, Ludovico Einaudi, and Ennio Morricone.
On 25 September, the Concert Hall of the Opera Studio at the Baku Music Academy will host a candlelight concert dedicated to three of the most distinguished composers of film music and contemporary classical music: Hans Zimmer, Ludovico Einaudi and Ennio Morricone.
Become part of this unforgettable musical experience and reserve your seat in advance. Do not miss the opportunity to experience the magic of live music by candlelight.
— Hans Zimmer — Gladiator, Inception, Interstellar… One of the most renowned composers in the history of cinema. The emotions you once felt on screen will now come alive in the atmosphere of thousands of candles.
— Ludovico Einaudi — simple, profound and unforgettable. One of the most beloved voices of Italian minimalism, with every note taking listeners deep into the world of their emotions.
— Ennio Morricone — a legend of film music. The composer left an indelible mark on cinematic history with his music for such unforgettable films as The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Cinema Paradiso and Once Upon a Time in America.
From London to Paris and from New York to Istanbul, candlelight concerts that have enchanted millions of people in historic venues around the world have now been held in Baku and other regions of Azerbaijan for two years. 🌍
🕯️ Duration: 60 minutes
Doors open 15 minutes before the concert begins. Guests are kindly requested to arrive on time and take their seats.
♿ Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Note 1. Candlelight Ensemble is a specially selected musical ensemble formed by Candlelight Baku, Azerbaijan’s first local candlelight concert project. It features piano, percussion and an expanded string section comprising violins, viola, cello and double bass. With laureates of international and national competitions, as well as Honoured Artists among its members, the ensemble represents the highest level of professionalism. Its refined sound and exceptional stage presence transform every performance against the backdrop of thousands of candles into an unforgettable musical experience.
