Orions. Elza Siliņa & Liepājas Simfoniskais orķestris

An evening where the energy of youth, the brilliance of stars, and compositions that continue to inspire listeners worldwide will meet. The young generation Latvian violinist Elza Siliņa, together with the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra and conductor Guntis Kuzma, will perform one of the most beautiful and beloved violin concertos – Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's Violin Concerto. The program will also feature a special event – the premiere of Selga Mence's new work “Orions”, while the evening will conclude with Jean Sibelius's majestic Second Symphony.

Elza Siliņa is one of the brightest young generation Latvian violinists. Her music-making captivates with energy, sincerity, and conviction. On stage, she enchants with her presence and ability to lead listeners into the world of music. Elza is equally convincing in revealing the finest nuances of music as well as its power, forming a special connection with listeners and making every performance a living and personal musical experience.

Felix Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto is one of the masterpieces of the Romantic era, which has maintained its place in the world's concert halls for almost two centuries. In it, virtuosity intertwines with elegance, but technical brilliance never overshadows the emotional depth and singing beauty of the music.

The special event of the evening will be the premiere of Selga Mence's overture “Orions”. The work was created especially for this program and inspired by one of the brightest constellations in the night sky. The world of stars with its mystery, light, and sense of infinity will come to life in the orchestra's sound.

“Orion is one of the most recognizable and, in my opinion, most beautiful winter constellations. It captivates us in the night sky and is often used as a reference point when searching for other stars,” says composer Selga Mence.

At the conclusion of the concert, Jean Sibelius's Second Symphony will be performed – one of the composer's most significant opuses. It features both the grandeur of Nordic nature and the inner strength of man. The emotionally charged and triumphant finale of the symphony continues to move listeners worldwide, making this work one of the peaks of symphonic music.

Program

Selga Mence | Overture “Orions”, Latvian premiere

Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy | Violin Concerto, Op.64

Jean Sibelius | Second Symphony

Featuring

Elza Siliņa, violin

Liepāja Symphony Orchestra

Conductor Guntis Kuzma

The concert is organized by SIA “Kurzemes filharmonija” with the support of the Ventspils State City Municipality and the State Culture Capital Foundation.

Photography and video recording may take place during the event. The obtained materials will be used for publicity purposes of the event, on the concert hall “Latvija” website and social media accounts.