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Candlelight: Classic Rock in the Round

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Thursday, October 16, 2025, 7 pm

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PRESENTED BY MUSIC MAKERS FOUNDATION

From ‘Thunderstruck’ to ‘Free Bird’ — an unforgettable night of strings and light.

An Immersive Candlelight Journey Through Iconic Rock Anthems
“Rock and roll meets classical music in a gorgeously crafted hour of music.”

Step into a world lit by over 1,000 flickering candles — where legendary rock anthems are reimagined by one violin, played with the intensity of a full band. This is not just a tribute show. This is Blue Violin — a genre-defying, conservatory-trained virtuoso who has lit up stages from Carnegie Hall to Singapore, and now brings his world tour to Australia, Europe, Asia, and across the U.S.

Things to know

DATE | Thursday, October 16, 2025
TIME | 7 p.m.
LOCATION | Rozsa Center
EST. RUN TIME | approx. 75 min. / no intermission
SEATING | General Admission
PUBLIC TICKETS | General public $30, VIP $40, Family (2 adults + 2 children) $75

CONTENT GUIDANCE | In this electrifying solo candlelight concert, Blue Violin transforms classic rock into cinematic soundscapes using live looping, searing violin solos, and explosive arrangements. The result: a visceral, immersive performance that shatters expectations and stirs the soul.

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Critics call him “the best rock and roll violinist of a generation” and “electrifying” — and audiences from sold out shows around the globe agree. With a sound as bold as the flames surrounding him, Blue Violin invites you to experience a night where rock meets ritual, and violin meets firelight.

Setlist includes iconic anthems like:

  • Kashmir - Led Zeppelin
  • Thunderstruck - AC/DC
  • Don't Fear the Reaper - Blue Oyster Cult
  • Ashokan Farewell - Jay Ungar
  • I'm Just Ken - Mark Ronson
  • What Was I Made For - Billie Eillish
  • Oceans - Hillsong UNITED
  • Stairway to Heaven - Led Zeppelin
  • Footloose - Kenny Loggins
  • Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
  • Crazy Train - Ozzy Osbourne
  • The Devil Went Down to Georgia - Charlie Daniels
  • Orange Blossom Special
  • Free Bird - Lynyrd Skynyrd

*this setlist is subject to change


VIP event starts at 6pm and includes:

  • Seating in front rows
  • Music Workshop with Blue Violin
  • Q&A Session
  • Photos on the candlelit stage
  • Signed Candlelight Tour 2025 concert poster
  • Signed CD
  • Digital Access Bundle including: Digital download of Blue Violin album, Exclusive music video access, Social media candlelight backdrops for Instagram, Behind-the-scenes video content
 

Accessibility

Noise-canceling headphones
Available at the Rozsa Box Office.

Assisted Listening Devices
Available at the Rozsa Box Office.

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This event is hosted by Music Makers Foundation. The views, information, thoughts, or opinions expressed in this program or event are those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the policies of the Rozsa Center or Michigan Technological University. Effective Date 2025/26.

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