Candlelight Concerts Transform Pop Hits into Classical Masterpieces in El Paso

The unique live music experience features a candlelit stage and talented musicians playing stringed instruments.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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El Paso's Candlelight concerts offer a unique live music experience, transforming popular songs into classical masterpieces in a stunning, candlelit setting. The concerts, held monthly at various locations around the city, feature the Four Bridges Quartet playing covers of hit songs from artists like Pitbull, Billie Eilish, and Miley Cyrus with a classical twist. The concerts take place in iconic venues like the St. Roger's Depot and the El Paso Zoo, creating a magical and intimate atmosphere for attendees.

Why it matters

The Candlelight concerts provide a fresh and innovative way for music lovers in El Paso to experience their favorite pop songs. By reimagining these hits through a classical lens, the concerts offer a unique and immersive live music experience that appeals to a wide audience. The concerts also highlight the talent of local musicians, many of whom are members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra or public school music teachers.

The details

The Candlelight concerts are held monthly at various locations around El Paso, such as the St. Roger's Depot and the El Paso Zoo. Each concert is themed, featuring the music of a particular artist or show. The concerts are performed by the Four Bridges Quartet, led by cellist Alejandro Gonzalez. The quartet transforms popular songs into classical masterpieces, delighting audiences with their skilled interpretations. Attendees are encouraged to dress up, with some even donning early 19th-century evening wear to match the "Bridgerton" theme of one recent concert.

  • The Candlelight concerts are held monthly in El Paso.
  • The next scheduled concerts are on February 26, March 12, and April 2, 2026.

The players

Four Bridges Quartet

A quartet of talented musicians, many of whom are members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra or public school music teachers, who regularly perform the Candlelight concerts.

Alejandro Gonzalez

The cellist who leads the Four Bridges Quartet and delights audiences with his insights and scripts during the Candlelight concerts.

Fever

An entertainment ticketing platform that promotes the Candlelight concerts in El Paso and other cities across the country.

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What they’re saying

“For me, personally this is a dream come true of sorts because I grew up listening to the Vitamin String Quartet play covers of movie soundtracks. And I love pop music and am a huge movie and soundtrack nerd, so it's great.”

— Alejandro Gonzalez, Cellist and Leader of the Four Bridges Quartet (elpasotimes.com)

“For us being able to put together the songs with the timeline of the show (like Bridgerton), and in particular knowing how popular a lot of these songs are - it's a fun challenge.”

— Alejandro Gonzalez, Cellist and Leader of the Four Bridges Quartet (elpasotimes.com)

What’s next

The next Candlelight concerts in El Paso are scheduled for February 26, March 12, and April 2, 2026, featuring a variety of themes including 90s Hip-Hop on Strings, a tribute to Queen and The Beatles, and a tribute to Juan Gabriel.

The takeaway

The Candlelight concerts in El Paso offer a unique and immersive live music experience that transforms popular songs into classical masterpieces, providing a fresh and innovative way for music lovers to enjoy their favorite hits. The concerts highlight the talent of local musicians and create a magical, intimate atmosphere in iconic venues around the city.