Experience highlights Why you'll love it

The cinematic sound of Joe Hisaishi, brought to light.
Journey through the unforgettable soundscapes of Joe Hisaishi, where delicate melodies and sweeping compositions bring iconic film moments to life.

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
- Kaze No Tani from Nausica Of The Valley Of The Wind
- Kimi Wo Nosete (Carrying You) from Castle in the Sky
- Kaze no Toori Michi from Path Of The Wind
- Tonari no Totoro from My Neighbor Totoro
- Umi No Mieru Machi (A Town With an Ocean View) from KiKi's Delivery Service
- Theme from Princess Mononoke
- Inochi no Namae (Name of Life) from Spirited Away
- Chihiro's Waltz from Spirited Away
- When I Remember This Life from The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
- Gake No Ue No Ponyo from Ponyo On the Cliff by the Sea
- A Journey (A Dream of Flight) from The Wind Rises
- Merry Go Round of Life from Howl's Moving Castle
- Summer
Performers
- String quartetMusical Sensus
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In short About the concert
Rediscover the moving soundscapes of Joe Hisaishi, whose unforgettable compositions have brought some of cinema's most beloved stories to life. Hear melodies from Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro and more by the warm glow of Candlelight.
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 before the concert and close shortly before it starts. Late entry is not permitted, so we recommend arriving early.

Find your seat
Seats are assigned on arrival, on a first-come basis within the zone of the ticket you purchased.

Let the music take over
60 minutes of live music by candlelight.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.5/5
based on 88 reviews
Nadia M.
jun 2025
Las piezas escogidas fueron muy acertadas y el ambiente precioso :)
José A. B.
jun 2025
El entorno magnífico y los músicos muy buenos. Gran experiencia.
Edgard A.
jun 2025
Muy buena ambientación, buena acústica y unos músicos excelentes. Momento único que recomiendo a todo el mundo!! ♥️
David B.
may 2025
Muy buenos musicos, preciosos temas de joe Hishaishi
Markéta Z.
may 2025
Amazing concert, the quintet did really well. Too short! 😊
Albert C.
may 2025
Concierto fantástico, lugar precioso y trato genial
Angele R.
jun 2025
Muy buena seleccion y ejecución de canciones. Muy profesionales los musicos y la organizacion de la sala. Un 10!
About the venueReal Círculo Artístico de Barcelona
The Real Círculo Artístico de Barcelona is a cultural institution founded in 1881, the institution is dedicated to promoting and disseminating the visual arts, literature and music, as well as encouraging collaboration between artists and creators. The Real Círculo Artístico de Barcelona organizes exhibitions, conferences and concerts.
Address
Carrer dels Arcs, 5, Barcelona, 08002
Parking
No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
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