ORGAN NIGHT
We invite you to a nocturnal organ concert of classical music masterpieces. The program includes a gem of organ music – Bach’s Toccata in D minor, BWV 565; Orff’s powerful "O Fortuna" from the scenic cantata Carmina Burana; works by Reger and Saint-Saëns; Grieg’s "In the Hall of the Mountain King"; Boëllmann’s iconic Gothic Suite; Schubert’s "Erlkönig", reimagined for violin and cello; and many other thrilling pieces. You will experience some of the most captivating and emotional works by great composers, performed by a unique ensemble: Ilona Birgele (organ) Yuri Savkin (violin) Irina Vylegzhanina (cello) Virdzinija Laube (percussion) The concert will take place under the arches of the St. Paul's Church . The unique architecture, combined with the unity of music and lighting design, will create a truly mesmerizing atmosphere. Musicians are located on the balcony, at the organ Concert duration: approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
Ilona Birğele (stabuļu ērģeles ) Jurijs Savkins (vijole) Irina Viļegžaņina (čells) Virdžīnija Laube-Vītiņa (sitaminstrumenti)