"007 - Legendary Songs from the James Bond Films" with Marija Arutiunova and Vytautas Straižys
Together, this talented duo will take you on an unforgettable musical journey through the legendary songs from the James Bond films, including hits such as Skyfall, Goldfinger and many more. It won't be just the usual rendition of popular songs - Marija and Vytautas have prepared a unique interpretation of these songs, complete with unheard arrangements and colourful harmonies. Each song will sound completely new, with subtle improvisational elements that will give the classics a fresh, modern sound.
Marija Arutiunova is an exceptional and charismatic solo singer whose path to the world of music began with the flute, but whose true vocation was always singing. Her extraordinary talent and undying dedication have made her one of the most outstanding artists of Kaunas State Music Theatre. Her voice and stage presence leave no one indifferent - every performance radiates not only technical mastery, but also a deep emotional experience. Marija has played over 20 different roles, including the title character in the musical Elisabeth, where she has been able to embody the character's complex journey from the joy of youth to the suffering of adulthood. Her vocal parts are full of inner strength and the transformation of her character is fascinating for audiences and critics alike.
Arutiunova has also won the prestigious Fortuna Award for the roles she has created, been nominated for the Golden Stage Cross, and her voice has been heard in a wide range of musical genres, from opera to operetta, musical, pop, and in films, animated movies and series. Her performances are distinguished not only by her technical professionalism, but also by her ability to convey strong emotions on stage, to involve the audience in the story and to create an unforgettable atmosphere. Marija Arutiunova is a name worth hearing for every music lover.
Vytautas Straižys is an extraordinary pianist, whose musical path has taken him from the M.K. Čiurlionis School of Arts to the prestigious Royal Conservatory in the Netherlands, where he graduated with a Master's Degree in Jazz. His musicianship spans a wide spectrum, from jazz to classical music, combining improvisational skill and deep harmonic textures. Vytautas is able to create a musical journey that combines the styles of Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans and Herbie Hancock with the classical influences of Sergei Rachmaninoff and Claude Debussy.
Vytautas is a versatile artist - in addition to the piano, he also sings, plays percussion instruments and has founded the Downtown Piano Lab, a unique apartment, studio and concert hall all in one - which has become a real creative hub in Vilnius. Here he shares his musical insights, teaches and organises open concerts every day. His musical performances are not only a demonstration of virtuosic mastery, but also a deep emotional experience, where the audience is immersed in a musical synthesis of different eras and genres, enriched with unexpected improvisations. Vytautas Straižys is a musical alchemist, capable of subtly combining various styles and giving them a unique, fresh sound, leaving an unforgettable impression on every listener.
