Valentine’s Day, the one day when the pressure’s on to prove your love by selecting the perfect card with just the right amount of sentimentality and humour. It’s the day when greeting card companies grin as they cash in on their poetic, heart-shaped paper creations. But most importantly, it’s a time where we collectively agree to unleash our inner romantic, dust off those cheesy puns, and splurge on chocolates and champagne, all in the name of celebrating the peculiar phenomenon called love. This Valentine’s though, you can swap the sweets and cards for a magical Candlelight Valentine’s Day concert.
After all, who doesn’t enjoy a good excuse to indulge in the mawkish corners of our souls without feeling guilty about being corny? So, head to the iconic Saint John’s Anglican Cathedral or Grand on Ann this February and cheers to love as you hear timeless love songs from classic films, such as Love Actually, Moulin Rouge and The Bodyguard, and other well-known romantic melodies. The classic tunes combined with the warm light of thousands of gleaming candles make for an unforgettably romantic evening out, you’ll remember for many more V-Days to come.
Timeless Love Songs from Classic Films
The Candlelight Valentine’s Day special presents some of the most beloved love songs that not only capture what it feels like to be in love, but have also redefined the musical landscape thanks to their unique melodies.
From “City of Stars” as heard in La La Land and “Love Theme” from the heartwarming film Cinema Paradiso to “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” performed by Elton John, these songs and more timeless ballads are coming to life at the historic Saint John’s Anglican Cathedral and Grand on Ann. This February, the stunning venues will be unrecognisable as thousands of candles light up to adorn a hauntingly beautiful nave and heritage-listed building.
Valentine’s Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” and More
For all you lovebirds out there, there’s another tribute coming to St. John’s Cathedral about to light up your V-Day season. Hear romantic classical favourites that get you in an amorous mood, including “Libertango” by Astor Piazzolla, “Moon River” from Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Jules Massenet’s “Méditation” performed by the skilled musicians of Candlelight Strings, courtesy of the Gold Coast Chamber Orchestra. Prepare to be moonstruck by beautiful classical music and an incredibly romantic setting!
Celebrate love with some of the most iconic ballads ever written at the Candlelight Valentine’s Day special taking place at Saint John’s Anglican Cathedral and Grand on Ann. Sit back, relax and let the gifted musicians of Paradiso Strings take you on a musical journey packed with romance and enchantment.
The doors open 30 minutes prior to the start of each show, giving you plenty of time to take in the beauty of the historic church and snap a few pictures of the stunning sea of candles.