Dzintra Erliha Performs Garūta at the DiMenna Center
November 11, 2025
Lūcija Garūta’s Piano Concerto brought Élisabeth Pion to Riga, where she discovered the composer’s life and artistic world. In this short film, Pion plays Garūta’s own grand piano while preparing for a concert tour in Montreal with the Orchestre Métropolitain and conductor Kensho Watanabe. The film includes rehearsal and performance footage, along with an interview with Watanabe.
Zenta Mauriņa
Lūcija Garūta was a remarkable Latvian composer and pianist. Her best-known works include the cantata “God, Thy Earth is Aflame!”, the epic Piano Concerto, and sacred music. Her compositions are emotional, poetic, and still performed today. Garūta’s creative legacy reflects the soul of her nation and the spirit of her time.
Established in 2000, the LGF Foundation honors the memory and enduring contributions of Lūcijas Garūta to Latvian cultural and musical heritage. Through events, collaborations, and educational endeavors, LGF actively integrates her legacy into today’s vibrant arts scene. Proudly supported by institutions and individuals locally and globally, LGF remains a beacon for music, culture, and art appreciation in Latvia.
