Two decades on from releasing his debut solo album, Jay Chou has gone on to sell more than 30 million records to become the “King of Mandopop”. Blending elements of Western and Eastern music, the multi-award-winning artist has created his own style of music which the Taipei Times described as his own “dream-like never-never land”.
In Melbourne, Candlelight’s tributes to the generational talent have sold-out performances and, due to popular demand, more concerts featuring pianist Kai Chan have been added. Tickets are now on sale for all Jay Chou Candlelight tributes in November so you can enjoy “Greatest Works of Art” and more.
Join Kai Chan for piano renditions of Jay Chou’s most popular songs. Tickets from $32.
The Athenaeum Theatre will be filled with the light of hundreds of candles for an idyllic tribute concert to the music and film star. As the light flickers and glows, you’ll get to hear a number of classic Jay Chou songs, including the likes of “Tornado 龍捲風”, “晴天 Sunny Day” and “The Promised Love 說好的幸福呢”. See the full program here.
The ivories will twinkle through the notes and Jay’s formal musical training will shine as bright as the candles when pianist Kai Chan takes to the stage. So to will the smattering of world music styles as well as sounds from pop, rap, blues and more that can be found in Jay’s catalogue of hits. Be prepared to fall into a dreamy, enchanting realm of music and the magical glow of candles.
It’s a special setting that transforms into a gorgeous concert venue with the flickering light of candles dancing on the walls.
The Candlelight Tribute to Jay Chou takes place on select dates in November at the Athenaeum Theatre on 2 and 3 November as well as 26 and 27 November, and a performance at the Astor Theatre on Saturday 3 December. There are two performances each evening; however, tickets are selling fast and at least one concert has already sold out. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the concerts to give audiences plenty of time to find their seat, relax and fall into the tranquil Candlelight realm.
Please note that the images used are from various Candlelight concerts.