Concert series SUMMER CLASSICS in Riga Cathedral

BACH. DUBRA. DEBUSSY.

DateAUGUST 5, 7:00 PM
Tickets10-25 €
VenueRiga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms), Riga Old Town

SUMMER CLASSICS Concert series returns to Riga Cathedral 

Concert BACH. DUBRA. DEBUSSY
on August 5 at 19:00

This summer, lovers of outstanding symphonic music are once again invited to experience the Summer Classics concert series, presented by Orchestra “Riga” at the iconic Riga Cathedral. Experience an enchanting evening classical music performed by Orchestra RIGA led by conductor Valdis Butāns, featuring the magnificent Riga Cathedral organ played by Aigars Reinis.

The program highlights three masters of classical and contemporary symphonic music. J. S. Bach and C. Debussy represent two pillars of Baroque and Impressionist traditions, while Rihards Dubra, a renowned Latvian composer, brings contemplative depth and modern resonance to the evening’s repertoire.

PROGRAM

J. S. Bach / A. Vivaldi – Concerto for Organ in D minor, BWV 596
J. S. Bach / arr. D. Hunsberger – Prelude and Fugue in E-flat major (“St. Anne”), BWV 552
Claude Debussy / J. L. Roques – Prelude: The Sunken Cathedral (La cathédrale engloutie)
Claude Debussy / arr. M. BašsPrelude to the Afternoon of a Faun (Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune)
Rihards Dubra – Tokāta / Toccata
Rihards Dubra – Rītausmu gaidot / Awaiting the Dawn

This concert is made possible with the support of the State Culture Capital Foundation and the Riga City Council.

Tickets available at “Biļešu Paradīze” ticket offices, Riga Cathedral ticket office and online.