Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi at The GRAND

🕯️ Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi – A Magical Anime Music Experience

Step into a dreamlike evening at Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi, a breathtaking live music experience in Calgary that brings the iconic compositions of Joe Hisaishi to life under the warm glow of candlelight.

Held at the elegant The GRAND, this immersive concert transforms beloved film scores into intimate string quartet performances, creating a truly emotional and unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of anime, film music, or classical concerts, this is one of the most unique Calgary live events you can attend.

🎻 Experience Iconic Studio Ghibli Music Like Never Before

This Calgary candlelight concert features a curated selection of Joe Hisaishi’s most beloved works, known for their deep emotional resonance and cinematic beauty.

Enjoy stunning renditions from:

• Spirited Away – “Chihiro’s Waltz” & “Inochi no Namae”
• My Neighbour Totoro – Main Theme & “Kaze no Toori Michi”
• Howl’s Moving Castle – “Merry-Go-Round of Life”
• Princess Mononoke – Main Theme
• Kiki’s Delivery Service – “Umi no Mieru Machi”
• Ponyo – “Gake no Ue no Ponyo”
• The Wind Rises – “A Journey (A Dream of Flight)”
• Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
• Laputa: Castle in the Sky
• The Tale of Princess Kaguya

Each piece is reimagined through a string quartet (2 violins, viola, cello), offering a fresh and intimate take on these iconic compositions.

✨ What Makes This Concert Special

• A multi-sensory candlelight concert experience
• Music by legendary composer Joe Hisaishi
• Performed live by a professional string quartet
• Set in a beautiful, historic Calgary venue
• Perfect for anime fans, film lovers, and classical music enthusiasts

📍 Event Details

Venue: The GRAND
Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Doors Open: 45 minutes before showtime
Late Entry: Not permitted once the performance begins

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Audience Information

• Recommended for ages 8+
• Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
• Seating is first come, first served within each zone
• Venue is accessible for guests with reduced mobility

🎶 Why You Should Attend

• Experience Studio Ghibli music live in Calgary
• One of the most unique candlelight concerts in Calgary
• A relaxing and emotional date night or solo experience
• A visually stunning setting with hundreds of candles
• A perfect blend of cinematic music and classical performance