Daugavpils Set to Host the Extraordinary Final of “Music Bank 2024”
This weekend, Daugavpils will once again take center stage in Latvia’s cultural scene as it hosts the grand finale of Latvijas Radio 2’s renowned survey, Music Bank. On January 25, the daugavpils Olympic center will come alive with the sounds of 15 of the past year’s strongest songs, performed by a stellar lineup of artists alongside the city’s celebrated musical collectives.
This marks the sixth time Daugavpils has been chosen as the venue for this prestigious event, a testament to the city’s vibrant cultural heritage. With the financial support of the Daugavpils municipality, this year’s finale promises to be even more unusual as Music Bank celebrates its 25th anniversary.
A Night of Musical Surprises
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The event will feature a unique collaboration between the mixed choir “Daugava”, the chamber orchestra “Daugavpils Sinfonietta”, and the professional wind orchestra “Daugava”. Together, they will deliver a series of special musical surprises, including the premiere of new compositions and a performance of the Latgalian folk song “Auga, auga ružeņa”, arranged by the legendary Raimonds Pauls.“I am very happy that such a Latvian-wide event is taking place in Daugavpils,” says Yevgeny Ustinskov, the artistic director of Vienības nama collectives. “This time, too, we will offer a ‘pre-opening’ program, which, of course, can only be enjoyed in person.”
The evening will kick off with a performance of the iconic “White Song” by Gunārs Kalniņš,accompanied by the mixed choir “Daugava”. Other highlights include the first song ever deposited in the history of Music Bank, “Sitiet bungas” by the group “Bus in the sky”, and a new song premiere by Ivo Fomins.
A Celebration of Talent and Collaboration
For the Vienības nama collectives, the event is both a celebration and a challenge.With less than two weeks to prepare after the final songs are announced,the musicians and singers must quickly find their rhythm. “Yes, of course, itS a busy time when we have to manage to prepare this program,” admits ustinskov. “But our orchestras have professional musicians and our choir has talented singers who quickly manage to find a common musical wave.”
The final show of Music Bank 2024 will be broadcast live on LTV1, Latvijas Radio 2, and the Latvian public media portal LSM.lv, ensuring that audiences across the country can join in the celebration.
A Year of Cultural Highlights in Daugavpils
The Music Bank finale is just the beginning of a year filled with cultural events in Daugavpils. On February 14, the Vienības nama concert hall will host a Valentine’s Day concert titled “under the Stars of Love”, featuring the professional brass band “Daugava” and soloist Kristina Zakharova.
March 8 will see the Daugavpils Sinfonietta chamber orchestra and popular artist Andris Baltacis welcome International Women’s Day with a special performance.
The highlight of the year,though,will be the Latgale Song Festival,coinciding with Daugavpils’ 750th anniversary celebrations. “Both our orchestras and choirs will take part in them, and we will be happy to welcome groups from near and far parts of Latvia,” shares Ustinskov. “I hope that this holiday will also be successful for us!”
Key Details at a Glance
| Event | Date | Venue | Highlights |
|————————–|——————|——————————-|——————————————————————————–|
| Music Bank 2024 Finale | January 25 | Daugavpils Olympic Center | Performances by 15 artists, Daugava choir, Daugavpils Sinfonietta orchestra|
| Under the Stars of Love| February 14 | vienības nama concert hall | Valentine’s Day concert with Daugava brass band and Kristina Zakharova |
| Latgale Song Festival | Summer 2024 | Various locations in Daugavpils| Celebration of Daugavpils’ 750th anniversary with orchestras and choirs |
For more facts about upcoming events in Daugavpils, visit the official website of the municipality.
Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of Music Bank 2024 and the rich cultural tapestry of Daugavpils. Whether you’re there in person or tuning in from home,this is a celebration of music,talent,and community that you won’t want to miss.
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Unveiling the Magic: An Interview with Yevgeny Ustinskov on the Upcoming “Music Bank 2024” Finale in Daugavpils
Introduction:
As the vibrant city of Daugavpils gears up to host the grand finale of Latvia’s prestigious “Music Bank 2024” survey,we had the chance to sit down with Yevgeny Ustinskov,the artistic director of Vienības nama collectives. Known for his expertise in music and cultural events, Ustinskov shared insights into the upcoming musical extravaganza and the cultural scene in Daugavpils.
A Night of Musical Surprises
WordPress Editor (WE): The “Music Bank 2024″ finale promises a night of musical surprises. Can you give us a sneak peek into what audiences can expect?
Yevgeny Ustinskov (YU): Indeed, this year’s finale is shaping up to be something truly special. We have an amazing collaboration between the mixed choir “Daugava”, the chamber orchestra “Daugavpils Sinfonietta”, and the professional wind orchestra “Daugava”. Together, thay will deliver a series of surprises, including new compositions and a rearranged Latgalian folk song “Auga, augā ruženīna” by the legendary Raimonds Pauls.
WE: That sounds astounding. Can you tell us more about how these collaborations come together?
YU: It’s a engaging process, really.Each group brings their unique sound and style to the table, and through our rehearsals, we find a common musical wave that unites us all. The(Thread)[2] professional musicians and talented singers in our collectives ensure that we can quickly prepare a program like this, despite the short readiness time.
A Party of Talent and Collaboration
WE: Speaking of preparation, the finale is happening in just over a week after the final songs where announced. How do you manage such a tight schedule?
YU: It’s certainly a busy time, but our orchestras and choir are no strangers to challenges. We’ve had less than two weeks to prepare before, and we always manage to deliver a fantastic show. The key is to start working on the program promptly, breaking down the workload into manageable tasks, and making use of our professionals’ creativity and dedication.
WE: The finale will also mark the 25th anniversary of “Music Bank”. How does it feel to be part of this milestone event in Daugavpils?
YU: It’s an absolute honor.”Music Bank” is a crucial part of Latvia’s musical heritage,and to have Daugavpils host this prestigious event once again is a testament to our city’s vibrant cultural scene.I’m vrey happy that such a Latvian-wide event is happening here, and I’m confident that this celebration of talent and collaboration will be another highlight in Daugavpils’ rich cultural tapestry.
