Featuring:
Nikita Burzanitsa (piano)
Liepāja Symphony Orchestra
Conductor Risto Joost
Programme:
Heino Eller (1887–1970) Festive Overture|
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) Piano Concerto No. 4
Béla Bartók (1881–1945) Concerto for Orchestra
The Liepāja Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Estonian maestro Risto Joost, invites you to a program featuring two concert pieces: in one, the orchestra engages in a dialogue with the pianist, while the other presents a conversation among the orchestra’s musicians themselves.
Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 is considered one of the most poetic and lyrical piano concertos in the history of music. In this opus, Beethoven creates an especially refined and profound dialogue between the piano and the orchestra, with the solo part distinguished by its introspective, poetic character and emotional openness. Unlike Beethoven’s other piano concertos, this one is characterized more by tenderness, sophisticated lyricism, and a philosophical mood.
The concerto surprises with its original introduction—the piano begins alone, creating an intimate and contemplative atmosphere. As the piece unfolds, the piano and orchestra engage in an equal conversation, revealing Beethoven’s humanistic values and his pursuit of beauty and harmony. Due to its poetic nature and emotional depth, this work is often regarded as one of the greatest piano concertos in the entire repertoire.
Together with the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra and conductor Risto Joost, Ukrainian pianist Nikita Burzanitsa will take the stage at the “Great Amber” concert hall.
Burzanitsa has previously performed with the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra at the “Great Amber” concert hall — in 2023, during the 8th Jāzeps Vītols International Piano Competition, he was awarded 3rd place and received the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra’s special prize.
Burzanitsa was born into a family of musicians in Donetsk, Ukraine. He began playing the piano at the age of seven under Professor Natalia Chesnokova, later continuing his studies at the Cathedral School in Wales and the Donetsk State Conservatory. In 2017, he received two scholarships and the Milstein Medal to study at the Royal College of Music.
He is an active participant in international festivals and competitions.
In 2022, Burzanitsa was awarded the prestigious Beethoven Medal for outstanding interpretation of Beethoven’s music.
Béla Bartók’s “Concerto for Orchestra” is one of the most outstanding orchestral works of the 20th century, combining elements of folk music with the expressive tools of modernism. In this concerto, Bartók showcases the full spectrum of orchestral capabilities, creating a vivid, dynamic, and colorful musical world filled with both lyrical and rhythmically contrasting passages. The work stands out for its energy, melodicism, and emotional depth, offering listeners moments that are both dramatic and lyrical.
INFORMATION FOR OUR VISITORS:
Discounts:
Students, disabled persons, pensioners – 3 euros
Pupils - 50%
Family 3+ card holders - 30%
For a companion of a person with a disability of group I or II - 50%
Groups (10 or more people) – 20%
When purchasing group tickets online, please send an e-mail to sales@lso.lv
When attending the concert, the visitor must present a document certifying their eligibility to a discount.
Useful:
The concert is accessible to people with hearing impairments, as the induction loop function will be activated during it. Based on the experiences of people with hearing impairments when trying this system, the best listening experience is possible in seats in the center parterre area from rows 5 to 12 - from 6 to 28.
The Concert is supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, State Culture Capital Foundation and the Liepāja City.
