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Mozart, Bach and timeless composers
Masterpieces by Mozart, Bach and other great composers, performed live by a string quartet at Temppeliaukio Church.

Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.
Program The music that awaits you
- Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. PréludeJohann Sebastian Bach
- Serenade No. 13 for Strings in G Major “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven
- Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act IV: No. 29, FinalePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
- Hungarian Dance no. 5Johannes Brahms
- Liebestraum No. 3 from LiebesträumeFranz Liszt
- Suite Bergamasque L. 75: III. “Clair de Lune"Claude Debussy
- String Quartet in F Major, M. 35: 2. Assez vif. Très rythméMaurice Ravel
- VocaliseSergei Rachmaninoff
- Habanera from CarmenGeorges Bizet
- Nessun Dorma from ToscaGiacomo Puccini
- Concerto No. 1 in E major, RV 269, Spring from The Four SeasonsAntonio Vivaldi
- Concerto No. 2 in G minor, RV 315, Summer from The Four SeasonsAntonio Vivaldi
Performers
- String quartetBålder Quartet
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In short About the concert
Candlelight brings a live, multi-sensory concert experience to Temppeliaukio Church in Helsinki. Discover the music of Mozart, Bach and other timeless composers, played live by a string quartet in a setting lit by candles.
This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.
On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open 45 minutes before the concert. Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.

Find your seat
Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

Let the music take over
Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.6/5
based on 196 reviews
Elena Z.
nov 2024
Great music list, passionate and skillfull interpretation, talented young musicians . Altogether great performance and wonderful atmosphere. Also the church, the sound and candle lights mere magical. Very grateful for the experienca
Carmen E.
nov 2024
Amazing!! The music, the atmosphere… Magical. Highly recommend. ✨
Nina V
nov 2024
Just amazing!!
Olga C.
oct 2024
Beautiful , relaxing, nice atmosphere and good mix of classic music. I liked it all. It was my 3 time with Candlelight and the best one
viivi o.
oct 2024
Never Forget this experience! I have to visit again!
About the venueTemppeliaukio Church
Temppeliaukio Church is an architectural gem in the heart of Helsinki. The church, completed in 1969, is designed by architect brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen. The church hall is covered with a dome, lined with copper, and supported on the rock walls by reinforced concrete beams. Due to its excellent acoustics, Temppeliaukio Church is a highly popular concert venue.
Address
Lutherinkatu 3, Helsinki, 00100
Parking
The venue doesn't have its own parking, but there is ample parking space outside the venue.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible, except for Zone C (balcony).
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