728 x 90

A Candlelit Tribute to Hans Zimmer

  • A piano in a church surrounded by candles
    Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as the attendees in the pews await the start of the show at Romantic Concerts tribute to Hans Zimmer, performed by Matt Harikian at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 Stephen Day
  • A piano in a church surrounded by candles
    Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as Matt Harikian plays an improvisational tribute to the music of Hans Zimmer at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 Stephen Day
  • A piano in a church surrounded by candles
    Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as Matt Harikian plays an improvisational tribute to the music of Hans Zimmer at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 Stephen Day
  • A piano in a church surrounded by candles
    Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as the attendees in the pews await the start of the show at Romantic Concerts tribute to Hans Zimmer, performed by Matt Harikian at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 Stephen Day
  • A piano in a church surrounded by candles
    An attendee captures the moment on his cell phone as Matt Harikian talks about the music of Hans Zimmer between songs at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 Stephen Day

Romantic Concerts Candlelit Concert series returned to the First Congregational Church in Downtown Riverside with a stunning tribute to the music of Hans Zimmer, featuring pianist Matthew Harikian.

A piano in a church surrounded by candles
Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as Matt Harikian plays an improvisational tribute to the music of Hans Zimmer at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 an icon of a camera Stephen Day

Harikian guided the audience through the extensive works of Hans Zimmer, and between each song would give some history and back stories to each of the songs played. Harikian has an obvious love and passion for the music of Hans Zimmer and that comes through in each of the songs chosen.

Romantic Concerts have been arranging themed "Candlelit Concerts" in various churches in Orange County and the Inland Empire. The venues serve to provide an intimate and visually spectacular experience for everyone in attendance, regardless of their religious affiliation. Churches also provide for a unique acoustic atmosphere that enhances the piano or strings being played.

Themes include Harry Potter, Coldplay, Hans Zimmer, and Lord of the Rings, and have popping up in venues all over the OC and IE. If you missed out the last couple of weeks, don't fret, they'll be back in February for another Coldplay Fantasy experience. Check out Romantic Concerts on Instagram to stay up to date with the latest show dates and times.

A piano in a church surrounded by candles
Hundreds of candles fill the sanctuary of the church surrounding the grand piano as the attendees in the pews await the start of the show at Romantic Concerts tribute to Hans Zimmer, performed by Matt Harikian at the First Congregational Church in Riverside, CA on January 27, 2024 an icon of a camera Stephen Day
img
Stephen Day
Photographer
PROFILE

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked with *

Cancel reply

Recent Concerts

Recent Theatre

Recent Events

Recent Drinks

Recent Food

Categories

Tags