Candlelight concerts in Lyon have a unique, almost magical quality that creates unforgettable memories. The music of the world’s greatest artists certainly has something to do with this, as does the soothing serenity provided by candlelight, and the exceptional venues that host them, which become unique concert halls for the duration of a tribute.
Luckily, Lyon is brimming with these nuggets, and boasts a rich and diverse cultural heritage, combining historic and modern monuments. These include the Chapelle de la Trinité, with its incredible acoustics essential to a good concert, the Palais de la Bourse and the Théâtre de l’Île Ô, which combines an artistic stage with a promenade on the water. Enjoy the very best in music, from legendary film soundtracks to a tribute to the master of classical music with Vivaldi’s 4 Seasons.
Right in the heart of the Presqu’île, this 4oo-year-old building promises grandiose concerts! With its Baroque architecture, every wall is covered with decorations, sculptures and trompe-l’oeil on marble backdrops. This exuberance, once subdued by candlelight, loses its color and gives way to yellow/orange tones, and a new aesthetic appears before our eyes. Reliefs gain in importance, blending into one. All that’ s left to do is let the notes resonate– the chapel’s acoustics take care of the rest.
Located in the Presqu’île district, near Place des Cordeliers, the Basilique Saint-Bonaventure is an important historic site in Lyon. This 15th-century Gothic Catholic church was elevated to the rank of basilica minor in 1927, and is particularly noteworthy for its architecture and magnificent stained-glass windows. Named after Saint Bonaventure, a 13th-century theologian and philosopher, its aura will only be amplified by the thousands of Candlelight candles.
The Temple du Change is a symbol of Lyon’s religious and historical diversity, and is often visited for its cultural significance and its architecture, a blend of Renaissance and Baroque. Originally built as a stock exchange for moneychangers in the 17th century, it was transformed into a Protestant temple in the early 19th century, after the French Revolution.
Candlelight concerts are set to turn Lyon upside down once again, with each venue more incredible than the last , immersed in a sea of candles and classical music. The capital of the Gauls has no shortage of options, so prepare to be amazed! This magical formula has made these concerts an original outing appreciated by all, and explains their worldwide success.
Put on your best evening wear or your most comfortable outfit, and let yourself be swept away in a magical hour of music you’ll remember for the rest of your life!