Candlelight concerts return to Riyadh
Events bring a rich classical music experience to Saudi audiences
Candlelight concerts are returning to Riyadh in three different settings, bringing a rich classical music experience to Saudi audiences following a thrilling series in December last year.
The iconic concerts, supported by the live entertainment platform Fever, have been held in more than 150 cities across the world, including Dubai, New York City, London, Singapore and Tokyo. Running until the end of June, the shows are held in several places in Riyadh, including The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and the Crowne Plaza Riyadh
Palace. Performers play music from greats such as Mozart, Vivaldi and Ludovico Einaudi.
In an interview with Arab News, Magdalena Wajdzik, a Polish pianist who performed in the RitzCarlton ballroom, discussed how Einaudi has inspired her career. “I have watched Ludovico Einaudi’s work in movies a long time ago and absolutely loved the soundtracks. So, I obviously Googled the soundtracks, and I started playing his music ever since,” said Wajdzik.
The pianist resides in Dubai and performs in concerts for Fever throughout the Gulf.
“The Saudis are eager for this form of art and are really welcoming. It was my first time playing for a Saudi crowd, and I thought it was fantastic. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, and I believe the Saudi audience is quite curious,” she said.
“The ballroom is just gorgeous. Their location is excellent, and I believe Fever distinguishes our candlelight concepts by always looking for truly wonderful sites, such as this ballroom at the Ritz-Carlton.”
The Candlelight Concerts in December featured hits from British rock band Coldplay as well the outstanding works of Polish composer Chopin.
Candlelight concerts held around the world have celebrated works from classical, jazz, pop, film soundtracks, ballet and more.