Throughout the year, in entertainment, sports and some cultural gardens, the previous year’s excellent performers are highlighted, honored, awarded and celebrated. The country is more generous – twice a year there is an abundance of orders, commendations and other honors. I decided to look at who would deserve the Order of the Three Stars or … Read more
Artistic director of the 6th International Baltic Sea Choir Competition, conductor Jānis Ozols Photo: Kaspars Teilāns Rita Sproģe, chairperson of Jūrmala City Council, emphasized: “Jūrmala is a stable partner of the competition, which supports and will support this international event. Jūrmal residents know better than anyone that there are different storms and different waves that … Read more
When asked by the interviewer if something irritated Gesti at some point, considering that this year’s Song Festival was highly criticized, he answers: “I try not to get attached to the things that irritate me, because we are used to noticing lice, but the good remains in the background. One , which I definitely want … Read more
Teterovskis says that he invites the National Cultural Center of Latvia and the Ministry of Culture to create an evaluation conference together. “Both the topics and the content, so that it really is such a meaningful conversation about what may or may not have succeeded during the holiday, what should be done better in the … Read more
The chairman of the board of the National Sports Center, Daniels Nātriņš, stated that there was some disorder, but it has now largely been localized. The festival organizers, together with the representatives of the center and also the tenants of the sports stadium, are checking the condition of the premises, and documents will be prepared … Read more
At the top of the Latvian singles chart is “Singapore Satin” with the song “Degviela”. In second place follows “Brāl’ Ar Dzīvi Nekaulē” – “Bermudu Divstūra” and “Avvedceļa” hits have been loved by listeners for the second summer in a row! On the other hand, the third most listened to song is “Lec, saulīte” by … Read more
Once I happened to visit the Chinese in Taiwan, for an international folklore conference. As in every conference, there was also an informal part – scientists of many nationalities relaxed at the disco in the evenings. The Chinese do the same thing we do at the disco – they dance. When the music is fast, … Read more
TDK Banga dancer Rainers Miezitis proposed to his beloved Agnija Klima in the magnificent dance performance “The Eternal Engine” and she said “Yes!” “May a harmonious dance step last a lifetime! Thank you for capturing the special moment to Jānis Dreimanis / Liepāja People’s Photo Studio “Fotast”.” the folk dance team is happy to share … Read more
With the closing concert “Together Up” and a sing-along night, the Song and Dance Festival has come to an end. A lot of emotions and impressions were gained during the week, so that there would be something to remember for a long time, thousands of singers, dancers, percussionists, orchestra members and others could get together … Read more
From an artistic point of view, this kind of celebration brings true joy, Pujāte admitted. She expressed her gratitude to the singers and musicians who maintained the high and emotional level, because with a few hours of sleep they were able to fulfill the wishes of the audience and to gain strength and motivation for … Read more