Halloween isn’t complete without hearing some unsettling songs and watching one or two terrifying films. At a Candlelight Halloween concert, listen to iconic scores that invoke a primal fear deep within us every time we hear them played. Whether it’s the screeching violins of Psycho that mimic the rhythmic beating of a disturbed heart, or the frantic notes of the Beetlejuice theme, that warn of a looming danger.
Think “Tubular Bells” from The Exorcist to Bernard Herrmann’s Psycho Theme and Danny Elfman’s Beetlejuice Theme, these hair-raising and unforgettable melodies continue to haunt us in our nightmares. Taking place at the International Art Museum of America the Chan National Queer Arts Center.
A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
These Halloween classics possess an eerie power that has haunted our nightmares since their release. They conjure a sense of impending doom and terrify us to the core. They stand as a testament to the timeless power of music to crawl beneath our skin and awaken our deepest fears.
Immerse yourself in your favorite Halloween-themed tunes like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” Stranger Things theme, The Addams Family theme, the Ghostbusters theme, “This is Halloween” from The Nightmare Before Christmas, and more. All of these songs will be played by the talented Listeso String Quartet in an atmospherically chilling venue, made even more ominous by a sea of flickering candlelight.
Candlelight: Best Horror Movie Soundtracks
This unnerving Candlelight concert is the perfect plan for the bewitching holiday that creeps up on us every October. Halloween and its horror have woven their magical spell into the hearts of people worldwide. Explore the supernatural realms lurking in our imagination and enjoy a Candlelight performance featuring the most iconic music from horror movie soundtracks. From The Shape of Water to Psycho, the chilling tribute is the perfect escapism from reality.
This spooky season, while you don’t have to ditch the thrill of donning elaborate costumes and trick or treating, you can also listen to breathtaking classical tributes to some of your favorite Halloween songs.
Shows will begin in October, with two back-to-back performances scheduled each evening. The concerts will last 60-65 minutes and doors open 45 minutes prior to showtime.