Candlelight® Makes History: World's First Carnatic Concert Series Arrives in Chennai This August

Get ready, Chennai! Candlelight® series by Live Your City, is bringing something unprecedented to your city this August – a spectacular fusion of classical tradition and contemporary concert experience that's never been seen before. "Candlelight: Shruthilaya – Tribute to Carnatic Legends" marks a historic moment as the world's first-ever Carnatic-themed Candlelight, transforming centuries-old musical heritage into an intimate, candlelit spectacle. This series embraces the rich tapestry of global musical traditions, and Chennai is the chosen city to witness this cultural milestone.

The excitement doesn't stop with our Carnatic debut. August brings an extraordinary lineup featuring tribute to the beloved compositions of A.R. Rahman. Whether you are a devoted Carnatic connoisseur or someone curious about South India's musical treasures, this immersive format creates an accessible bridge between tradition and innovation. The intimate setting allows familiar ragas and time-honored compositions to breathe new life, while newcomers can experience the emotional depth of Carnatic music without intimidation. Each performance promises to be a sensory journey where ancient melodies meet modern presentation.

Chennai's most prestigious venues – Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan and Museum Theatre – will host this remarkable series throughout August, with multiple showtimes offering flexible options for music lovers across the city. From "Tribute to Carnatic Legends" on August 22nd to the crowd-favorite "Best of Tamil Movie Soundtracks" on August 29th, every concert delivers Candlelight's signature blend of exceptional musicianship and atmospheric brilliance. This isn't just another concert series – it's Chennai's opportunity to be part of Candlelight's global story while celebrating the musical traditions that define Tamil culture.

Candlelight: Shruthilaya - Tribute to Carnatic Legends

Venue: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Dates and times: Aug 22nd (Time – 17:30)

Duration: 60 minutes.

Musicians: Indian Classical Trio formation - J.A.Jayant (Flute); Praveen Narayan (Tabla); N.C. Bharadwaj (Mridangam)

Value: 1 Ticket - from 799 onwards

Candlelight: Tribute to A.R. Rahman

Venue: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Dates and times: Aug 22nd (Time – 20:00)

Duration: 60 minutes.

Musicians: Indian Classical Trio formation - J.A.Jayant (Flute); Praveen Narayan (Percussion); Vigneshwar (Keyboard)

Value: 1 Ticket - from 799 onwards

Candlelight: Tribute to A.R. Rahman

Venue: Museum Theatre

Dates and times: Aug 29th (Time – 18:00)

Duration: 60 minutes.

Musicians: To be revealed!

Value: 1 Ticket – from 900 onwards

Candlelight: Best of Tamil Movie Soundtracks

Venue: Museum Theatre

Dates and times: Aug 29th (Time – 20:00)

Duration: 60 minutes.

Musicians: Indian Classical trio formation - The Blue Trio - Shreya Devnath (Electric Violin); Praveen Sparsh (Percussion); Navneeth Sundar (Keyboard)

Value: 1 Ticket - from 899 onwards