When it comes to iconic bands, there are few more iconic than Queen. The British rock band that shot to international fame on the back of their fourth studio album A Night At The Opera, shot down critics, pushed boundaries and crossed genres to enamour millions around the world. Their music has inspired and is an inspiration, and you’ll be able to hear it reimagined by a string quartet in Brisbane thanks to Candlelight.
From their anthemic hits like “We Are The Champions” to the more sentimental song “Love of My Life”, Paridiso Strings takes to the Gothic Revival stage to remind you why you fell for Queen in the first place.
Candlelight Tribute to Queen
Queen’s legacy is matched only by a few other bands and only a very small number of bands have been credited as an influence so many times by so many varying musicians across so many different genres. They changed music for the better. They are adored for their rock energy, the brilliance of their music—the melodies, harmonies and rhythm—and profound lyrics. It comes as no surprise to learn that this supergroup has sold more than 300 million records worldwide.
The setlist for Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen includes favourite songs like “Another One Bites the Dust”, “Somebody to Love”, and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”. And, of course, it includes “Bohemian Rhapsody”, which was voted the UK’s favourite hit of all time, is in the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2018 became the most-streamed song of the century. You’ll get to hear it and all the others on two violins, viola and cello.
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This spectacular tribute takes place at St John’s Cathedralwith two performances in the evening at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Paradiso Strings will showcase their instruments’ range, dynamism, and timbre for a brilliant performance of Queen’s classic songs.
The concerts have been met by countless 5-star reviews, and guests have called it “a creative, enchanting, and new concert experience.”
Note: For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles.