Pianist VIKTORAS ORESTAS VAGUSEVIČIUS, who stands out in today's musical life for his diversity and creative courage, presents a unique programme "Resonating Horizons: nature and man", which seeks to present and explore the interconnections between nature, human emotions and musical expression through carefully selected classical and contemporary piano works.
The programme is divided into two parts: an embrace of the natural world and an exploration of inner landscapes, each consisting of two contrasting pieces. The concert will begin with an immersive and otherworldly experience with Tristan Murail's enchanting composition La Mandragore (1993). A pioneer of the spectralist movement, Murail seamlessly weaves together elements of nature and sound in the work, inviting listeners to embark on a sonic expedition through celestial soundscapes and organic harmonies. "La Mandragore's sonic explorations will be like a doorway to the wonders of the natural world and will be the main theme of the concert. Although the composition was created with the natural and cosmic world in mind, it also includes imitations of the world close to man, such as the sounds of birds, animals and forests. Murail's enchanting work will be followed by one of Ludwig van Beethoven's late masterpieces, Sonata No. 31, Op. 110. Van Beethoven's music has always been a gateway to the human soul, and this sonata is no exception. It is directly concerned with the depths of human emotion, contrasting the cosmic realm explored in La Mandragore with the complex inner self. By juxtaposing Murail and van Beethoven, the audience will witness the interplay between the outer and inner worlds, stimulating reflection on the interconnectedness between man and the natural universe.
The second part of the concert will begin with the iconic composition In a Landscape (1948) by John Cage. A pioneer of experimental music, John Cage's minimalist work will serve as a bridge between the contemplative nature of Murail's work and the emotional depth of van Beethoven's sonata. "In a Landscape embraces simplicity and tranquillity, inviting listeners to reflect on their inner self and the meaning of silence in the world of sound. This stillness will be like an invisible bridge or an island of concentration before the last piece of the concert. The concert will culminate with Robert Schumann's powerful and emotionally intense Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13. A testament to the resilience of the human spirit, Schumann's composition captures the essence of human self-expression, illustrating the intricate tapestry of emotions we experience in our inner world. Following Cage's contemplative work, listeners will be taken on an emotional journey, celebrating the complexity of human experience and the power of music to convey the deepest feelings.