Illustration of felt carolers in red coats holding songbooks and lanterns on church steps among snowy toy trees at dusk (Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight)

Viennese Christmas Spectacular by Candlelight

The concert presents an orchestral programme focused on the music of Johann Strauss II, including The Blue Danube, the Die Fledermaus Overture, and the Tritsch-Tratsch Polka. The performance also features pieces from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite and The Sleeping Beauty, Shostakovich’s Waltz No. 2, and Sibelius’s Valse triste. In addition, a soprano performs operetta favourites by Franz Lehár, Franz von Suppé, and Erich Wolfgang Korngold.

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When

Ages

All ages

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Location

Leeds Minster · 2-6 Kirkgate, Leeds, LS2 7DJ Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Classical music and operetta fans

Vibe

Elegant and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Allow around one hour and forty-five minutes for the concert, based on the listed start and end of the performance.
  • Use the Eventbrite listing to arrange tickets before travelling to Leeds Minster.
  • Review the programme beforehand if you want to identify the Strauss, Tchaikovsky and operetta selections.
  • The concert is candlelit, so keep that setting in mind when deciding whether it suits everyone in your group.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who performs the concert?

London Concertante performs the orchestral and vocal programme.

What music is included?

The programme features Strauss II, Shostakovich, Sibelius and Tchaikovsky, with operetta favourites by Lehár and Suppé and music by Korngold.

What is the setting?

The concert is presented by candlelight at Leeds Minster.

How can I book tickets?

Tickets are available through the event’s Eventbrite listing.

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