A special movie experience is not only connected to the plot, but also to the melodies we perceive. Our senses are awakened, we connect image and music, which creates particularly deep emotions. In contrast to films of the past, many of today’s award-winning Hollywood films are characterized by their catchy and epic soundtracks.
The Candlelight Concerts in Munich invite you to experience the captivating world of film music in a very special way. Surrounded by thousands of flickering candles, legendary soundtracks such as those by Ludovico Einaudi come to life. These musical tributes to the masterpieces of film history not only give you goosebumps, but also let you relive your favorite scenes in your mind’s eye – a magical experience for all film lovers and music fans.
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Selected candlelight soundtrack concerts
Candlelight: The best of Ludovico Einaudi
Let yourself be enchanted by the captivating music of Ludovico Einaudi, one of the most moving composers of our time. His unique melodies combine minimalism and depth and have shaped countless film soundtracks, including classics such as Pretty Best Friends and Nomadland. At this candlelight concert, masterpieces such as Nuvole Bianche, Una Mattina and Fly will shine in a spectacular atmosphere in the warm glow of countless candles.
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Where do film music concerts take place in Munich?
The enchanting candlelight concerts take place at impressive venues in Munich, including the magnificent Max-Joseph-Saal and the Church of the Resurrection. Here, the film magic can unfold perfectly in a spectacular atmosphere and with outstanding acoustics. Tribute concerts for film music have also been held in the Isarphilharmonie or in the Brunnenhof of the Residenz in the past.
“Film music can be just as important as dialog. It can establish mood, time and place in a way that dialog cannot.” – John Williams
How do soundtracks help with storytelling in film?
What makes a good movie? Of course, good actors, a good setting, lighting, etc., but ultimately it’s the mood and atmosphere that are created to make us feel comfortable while watching. These two factors are influenced by music – sounds, melodies and tones that appeal to our senses. Together with first-class visuals and the right musical accompaniment, emotions are triggered in the audience. Laughing, crying, scary – film music guides our mood and the atmosphere in the movie theater or in the comfort of our homes.
But how should this music be used in a movie? Factors such as rhythm and tempo are crucial. The auditory part must adapt to the plot. For example, calm and slow music is used in a sad, slow-moving plot to emphasize the emotionality. Let’s think of “My Heart Will Go On” sung by Celine Dion: a moderate tempo and a steady, gentle rhythm – the perfect prerequisite for shedding a tear or two.
A fun fact from the world of film music
Every single member of the “Cats” cast attended “cat school“ to learn the basics of feline anatomy and movement. Movement director Sarah Dowling and a hairless sphinx cat named Paname led the lessons. Taylor Swift only had to attend one week as she is “a natural cat“ according to Dowling.