Manchester Cathedral has a history dating back over 600 years. It has undergone countless reconstructions, extensions, and repurposing throughout its lifetime. In 2023, it continues to provide the setting for a host of Candlelight concerts. Performances will take place surrounded by ancient details and modern stained glass fittings. Bringing the old and the new together, these candlelit concerts celebrate some of the greatest musicians of all time.
Ample candlelight provides a wonderfully intimate setting, with fantastic acoustics carrying the sounds created by the talented performers that take to the stage at each event. From wonderful violinists to some of the country’s best pianists—there’s a whole lot of talent that walks through the Cathedral doors, providing the most uplifting, candlelit experience in town.
Candlelight at Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral’s stunning architecture will shine bright under the beautiful candlelight, with its Gothic features, stained glass windows and gold detailing. Despite the grandeur of the building, the shows will still have an intimate ambience, an ideal accompaniment to the music. The Grade I-listed building is still a running parish today, making the experience all the more special.
Upcoming Candlelight concerts at Manchester Cathedral include tributes to legendary bands like Queen as well as an homage to the Swedish awesome-foursome, ABBA. Pop rock gets a nod with the music of Fleetwood Mac while audiences will be shining bring when Coldplay’s greatest hits are reimagined by a talented violinist, pianist and percussionist. And, if that’s not enough, Candlelight Ballet is taking to the stage with ballerinas on multiple occasions.
Candlelight seeks out the most unique venues around the world to shine a new light on classic compositions and contemporary classics. And, there are few venues more particular and interesting than Manchester Cathedral.