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Latvia and Ukraine Commemorate Baltic Way Anniversary in Lviv, Highlighting Unity and Support

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Latvia and Ukraine jointly commemorated the 35th anniversary of the Baltic Way in Lviv, highlighting the unity and struggle for freedom of both nations. During the event, touching words were spoken and a special artistic performance took place, emphasizing Latvia’s support for Ukraine. There was also a significant historical moment—an excerpt from the cantata “Dievs, tava zeme deg!” was performed in Ukrainian.

East Meets West

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This concerts features an exceptional programme of music from China in the East to Latvia in the West encapsulating the similarities and contrasts from the 18th century to present day. Both of these musicians have made Ireland their home embracing the culture and opportunity and bringing their own rich musical heritages with them. Guangyue Du (Rachel) moved to Ireland from China in 2000 following her studies at the Shenyang Conservatory of Music. After subsequent studies at the DIT Conservatory of Music Dublin, she graduated with a MA in Classical String Performance from the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance at the University of Limerick and embarked on a successful career as a performer and educator. Originally from Latvia, pianist Didzis Kalniņš enjoys an advancing career as a soloist, chamber musician, researcher and educator. In 2023, he was conferred with a Doctorate in Music Performance by the Royal Irish Academy of Music & Trinity College Dublin.  Compère Eileen Dunne.   DATE: FRIDAY 13 SEP 2024 TIME: 1:05 PM VENUE: JOHN FIELD ROOM Didzis Kalniņš / Piano Guangyue Du (Rachel Du) / ViolinCompère Eileen Dunne Lūcija Garūta (1902-1977) ‘Dramatisks moments’ Li Zì Lì (b.1938) Harvest Fishermen’s songJohn Field (1782-1837) Nocturne TBCJānis Mediņš (1890-1966) Dainas for piano (selection); SpēleMichael Holohan – Five Fo(u)r HelenJohannes Brahms (1833-1897) Violin Sonata No.3 op.108 More info: https://www.nch.ie/all-events-listing/east-meets-west/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1IFaOi_hP_GE4P9zUlEnTwmwFrHx1LeEDPn8j5AaJ6NNbSbZ4WgdTGrcg_aem_LAhunMETMIp8DrFePaFefA

L’Orchestre national Avignon-Provence invites you to the season opening concert in Avignon!

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ L’Orchestre national Avignon-Provence invites you to its season launch concert in Avignon on Friday – September 20, 2024. A festive evening that will begin at 6:00 PM in the courtyard of La FabricA with a dance parade by the Pockemon Crew accompanied by young people from the Monclar neighborhood. Then the audience will be able to enjoy a beautiful classical music concert under the musical direction of Débora Waldman. A symphonic program featuring cellist Victor Julien Laferrière, who will perform Dvořák’s Cello Concerto. Join us with friends or family (free for children under 12) and don’t miss the launch of the Onap season, one of the highlights of this Avignon rentrée! Conductor: Débora WaldmanCellist: Viktor Julien LaferrièreProgram: Lūcija Garūta, Antonín Dvořák, Robert Schumann.  More info here: https://www.orchestre-avignon.com/concerts/voyages/

Performance of Lūcija Garūta’s Cantata at Riga Cathedral Featuring the Ukrainian National Male Choir DUDARYK

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ On June 14th, at the Music in the Cathedral concert in Riga Cathedral, Lūcija Garūta’s cantata “God, Your Land is Burning” will be performed. The concert will feature the Ukrainian National Male Choir DUDARYK (Lviv, Ukraine), conducted by Dmytro Katsal. They will be joined by the Jasmine Choir, conducted by Vita Timermane, as well as soloists Mārtiņš Zvīgulis (tenor), Mārtiņš Burke-Burkevics (baritone), and Aigars Reinis (organ). More info: doms.lv

Discovering Garūtas Piano Concerto

This December Élisabeth Pion visited Riga. During her stay, she explored Lūcija Garūta’s apartment in Berga Bazārs, immersing herself in the historical and emotional context of the composers music.

November 11 and 12 cantata “God, Your Earth Is Burning!” In Riga and Cēsis!

Commemorating history through music on November 11 at 5 p.m. at Old St. Gertrude’s Church in Riga, and again on November 12 at 5 p.m. at St. John’s Church in Cēsis. These performances will feature the stirring historical cantata “God, Thy Earth Is Aflame!” by Lūcija Garūta and Andrejs Eglītis. The program will also include captivating compositions by Jēkabs Jančevskis, Pēteris Vasks, and Pēteris Plakids, promising an unforgettable journey through sound and emotion. The concerts will be attended by organist Jolanta Barinska, soloists Eduards Vācietis and Mārtiņš Zvīgulis, narrator Zane Jančevska, Riga Practical Aesthetics School mixed choir “Anima Mea”, Emīl Dārziņš mixed choir, Cēsu Culture Center mixed choir “Vidzeme”, Ogre teachers’ chamber choir and conductors of these choirs Ivars Krauze, Jēkabs Jančevskis, Rihards Lapiņš and Jēkabs Kalniņš. Concert Entry: By Donation. more info __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

New album!

The national recording company “SKANi” has released an album of chord songs by the composer Lūcija Garūta recorded by the Latvian Radio Choir and conductor Sigvards Kļava.

Garūta’s Piano Concerto Tour in Montreal

Fire and Flame: Montreal Becomes the Stage for a January 2024 Concert Series Where Prokofiev’s Epic Narratives, Garūta’s Lyrical Brilliance, and Dukas’ Enchanted Melodies Warm the Soul”