Pēteris Vasks – 80!
The music of Pēteris Vasks has become a true cornerstone of Latvian music. It is no coincidence that Vasks is regarded as the most internationally acclaimed Latvian composer of all time – his works are performed and celebrated across the globe, making him one of the most beloved contemporary composers in the world today.
In Vasks’s music, there always is a sense of transcendence that guides listeners through the often harsh realities of a changing world – both in the past and today, painting profound landscapes of the human soul. The eternal struggle between light and darkness is the thread running through all his creations, addressing what is most essential to the human spirit and offering audiences a deeply moving and unforgettable experience. A special bond of friendship unites the composer with the Latvian Radio Choir and conductor Sigvards Kļava, praising the ensemble as the best interpreter of his music.
Programme
Pēteris Vasks:
Savā tautā
The Fruit of Silence
Cosa devo fare
Agnus Dei
Musica Serena
Da pacem, Domine
Actus caritatis
Mein Herr und mein Got
Participants
Latvian Radio Choir
Sinfonietta Rīga
Conductor Sigvards Kļava
