Old South Church

If you think you know Queen and The Beatles, try hearing them reimagined by a string quartet in a candlelit chapel. The Chapel at Old South Church is one of those rare spaces that feels both grand and personal, and when it’s filled with hundreds of flickering candles, it’s almost cinematic. The Listeso String Quartet doesn’t just play the hits—they find the drama and wit in the arrangements, so “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Hey Jude” feel both familiar and unexpectedly fresh. The acoustics in this room are a secret weapon: every note lingers just a little longer, and the candlelight softens the edges of the evening. It’s not a typical tribute show, and it’s definitely not background music. If you want to hear these classics in a way that makes you actually listen, this is the night to do it.

If you’ve ever wondered what “Viva La Vida” or “Radioactive” might sound like stripped of stadium bombast and reimagined for strings, this is your chance to find out. The Beacon Street Quartet takes over the Sanctuary at Old South Church for a candlelit tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, and the setting does a lot of the heavy lifting here. The church’s soaring ceilings and stained glass give these pop anthems a surprising sense of intimacy, and the candlelight isn’t just for show—it actually changes how you hear the music. The arrangements lean into the drama and melody, so even if you’ve heard “Clocks” a thousand times, you’ll catch something new. It’s a rare opportunity to hear familiar songs in a space that makes them feel unfamiliar in the best way. If you’re looking for a different kind of night out, this is it.