Latvian Radio Choir at the 'deciBels' Festival – Five World Premieres for Voices with Electronics
The Latvian Radio Choir will perform in a special concert program at the 'deciBels' festival, featuring five world premieres that blend human voice with electronic music.
At the Modern Music Festival 'deciBels', taking place from March 18 to 21, the esteemed Latvian Radio Choir will present an exceptional concert program. This event will showcase five world premieres by various composers, exploring the interplay of the human voice with reflections from the sacred music traditions of the past century, enhanced by electronic sounds and immersive light spectacles. The festival aims to create a unified, resonant experience that engages audiences in a living organism of sound and vision.
This year marks the twelfth edition of the 'deciBels' festival, which invites listeners to experience the fresh currents of contemporary European music through a diverse array of concerts, masterclasses, and lectures. Held in the heart of Riga, the festival continues its successful collaboration with the Riga Circus and various international partners, bringing together musicians and composers from over ten countries. The edition promises to include exciting surprises in the virtual realm, with updates to be announced soon on the festival's social media platforms.
A significant emphasis of the festival's program is placed on highlighting vibrant contemporary music, underlining the innovative approaches and interpretation styles of emerging composers. Attendees can look forward to engaging performances that challenge traditional soundscapes, offering an enriching cultural experience that reflects the pulse of modern artistry and collaboration across borders.