Candlelight: Tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat in Alicante

Step into an intimate, candlelit world where the timeless poetry and melody of Spain’s most revered singer-songwriter, Joan Manuel Serrat, come alive. As part of the acclaimed Candlelight concert series, this special tribute takes place inside the stunning Alicante Archaeological Museum (MARQ) — a space where history breathes alongside contemporary artistry. The acclaimed Noor Quartet, a refined string ensemble, reimagines Serrat’s greatest hits with delicate nuance and deep respect: from the tender ‘Penélope’ and existential ‘Qué va a ser de ti’, to the passionate flamenco-infused ‘La Saeta’ and the nostalgic warmth of ‘Aquellas pequeñas cosas’.

Each 60-minute performance is entirely acoustic — no microphones, no amplification — just pure, resonant sound in a softly glowing setting. MARQ, a National Heritage Award-winning museum and cultural landmark of Alicante, provides a profoundly meaningful backdrop: Serrat’s humanist lyrics about freedom, memory, and Mediterranean identity resonate powerfully amid ancient Iberian artefacts and Roman mosaics.

The concert is open to audiences aged 8+, with minors under 16 required to be accompanied by an adult. Fully wheelchair-accessible, with seating assigned on arrival according to ticket type — ensuring both comfort and a sense of personal invitation. This is more than a concert: it’s a shared moment of reflection, beauty, and quiet celebration.