There are many art forms, but few as evocative as movie soundtracks. It’s no coincidence that concerts dedicated to the best compositions in film history are becoming increasingly common. These immersive experiences resonate deep within our emotions, inviting us to close our eyes and let ourselves be transported to those worlds that only great stories can offer.
In Barcelona, Candlelight takes these experiences to another level, turning the music of movies, series and video games into intimate and unforgettable evenings. With programs such as The Best of Bridgerton, Magical Soundtracks or the Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi, the compositions take on new life in scenarios where each chord will be pure magic.
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All Candlelight Soundtrack Tribute Concerts
Where to see live film music concerts in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city where film music finds its best stage. From the Candlelight concerts at the W Barcelona, the Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi or the Parish of San Francisco de Sales, to the majestic performances at the Palau de la Música Catalana and L’Auditori, soundtracks come to life with overwhelming force. There, unforgettable melodies turn each concert into an emotional journey, among lights and chords that seem to echo the most famous films.
“You have to make the audience experience as much with their ears as with their eyes.” – James Horner
How do great soundtracks help the narrative of films?
From the epic music of The Lord of the Rings that takes us on a journey to the fantasy world of Middle Earth, to the Blade Runner soundtrack that brings us closer to a dystopian future where synthesizers and electric tones ring out, to Ennio Morricone’s compositions for The Good, the Bad and the Ugly with the power to transport us to the old West.
Music can shape the viewer’s emotions and define the tone of the narrative. For example, while the haunting chords of Jaws generate tension even before its fin appears, the upbeat melodies of La La Land convey optimism and romance.
A fun fact about film music
Did you know that Stanley Kubrick’s iconic score for 2001: A Space Odyssey was not the original music composed for the film? Kubrick hired composer Alex North to write the soundtrack, but after hearing Richard Strauss’ Also sprach Zarathustra, he decided to use that piece (and other classical compositions). North didn’t find out until he attended the film’s premiere…. Whoops!