Sacramento is entering the festive season and the Candlelight series is bringing captivating holiday concerts for music lovers. From traditional carols to eternal compositions, talented musicians are coming to the city to serenade audiences at Christmas performances inspired by the classics. Prepare to fall for some holiday magic this season.
These enchanting events are taking place at the California State Railroad Museum, a museum in Old Sacramento boasting an impressive locomotive collection, as well as The Center at 2300, one of North Carolina’s best venues. “Deck the Halls”, “Away in a Manger”, and selections from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker are some of the melodic songs and compositions being reimagined on these special evenings.
Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than being serenaded by a talented string quartet at some of the most unique venues in Sacramento? Invite your friends and family along to these mesmerizing tributes to Christmas classics. You won’t want to miss out on what is likely to be some of the most popular festive celebrations this December.
The classically-trained Listeso string quartet will dazzle you with takes on some of your favorite music. “O Holy Night”, “Angels We Have Heard on High”, “The First Noël”, Émile Waldteufel’s The Skaters’ Waltz, Op. 183 (Les Patineurs) are some of the moving melodies included on the setlist.
Candlelight: Holiday Carols on Strings
California State Railroad Museum will be transformed into a festive candlelit wonderland this December as a Listeso string quartet takes to the stage to reimagine beloved holiday carols. From “Deck the Halls” and “Away in a Manger” to “Carol of the Bells” and “Joy to the World”, this 60-minute performance will take you on a magical journey guided by uplifting and traditional notes.
Include these magical holiday tributes on your list of merry activities this winter. Wrapped up in holiday treats, buying gifts, and decorating will be a memorable evening out inspired by some of the season’s most treasured notes.
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.