There’s something special about a live jazz performance, especially when done by candlelight. Featuring the soulful sounds of instruments like the saxophone and piano, these Candlelight jazz concerts in Melbourne jive to their own beat to pay tribute to icons like Aretha Franklin and Amy Winehouse. Inside Collingwood Town Hall, take your seat amid a sea of twinkling candles and prepare to tap your toes to iconic jazz and soul hits performed live.
And unlike the traditional Candlelight concerts that feature classically-trained musicians, Candlelight Jazz performances feature Luminosity Trio, a Melbourne-based band consisting of a pianist, saxophonist and singer. Get ready to be swept up in the magic of the illuminated evening and experience the feel of a low-lit jazz club, just with thousands of candles instead of lights on dimmers.
Upcoming Candlelight Jazz concerts in Melbourne
Candlelight Jazz: Tribute to Amy Winehouse
Amy Amy Amy — one of the brightest jazz stars of the 21st century. This season, you can hear songs including “Back to Black”, “Rehab” and “Me And Mr Jones” performed by the talented Luminosity Trio inside the historic Collingwood Town Hall. Pay tribute to the one and only Amy Winehouse and get ready to fall in love with one of jazz’s most respected icons all over again. Besides, “There Is No Greater Love” than hearing her music performed live by candlelight.
Candlelight Jazz: Best of Aretha Franklin
Illuminated by thousands of flickering candles, Collingwood Town Hall will be hosting this magnificent concert that pays homage to soul legend Aretha Franklin. The Queen of Soul has amassed 18 Grammys and wooed generations with her soulful melodies and captivating vocals.
Equipped with a piano, saxophone and powerhouse vocals, Luminosity Trio will be putting their own unique spin on timeless tunes including “Chain of Fools”, “Natural Woman” and “Say A Little Prayer” just for you and fellow jazz and soul lovers.
Melbourne’s first Candlelight Jazz concerts featured tributes to greats like Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra while we have also seen homages to Nat King Cole, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday.
Keep an eye on this space for more concerts celebrating the most iconic singer-songwriters and musicians from jazz and all the genres it has had a profound effect on.