On October 9, the House of Music and the Estonian Embassy in Budapest invite you to a unique art event. Dedicated to Arvo Pärt’s 90th birthday, the concert will feature the Era Nova Chamber Orchestra presenting an overwiev of the world-famous Estonian composer’s creative journey, from his early experimantal works to his most popular pieces in the tintinnabuli style. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and will be conducted by Gergely Gulyás and Péter Kemény.
Estonian guest performer Joonas Sildre will accompany the music with a live animation depicting Arvo Pärt’s personality and music. Sildre is the author of the graphic novel Between Two Sounds – Arvo Pärt’s Journey to His Musical Language, which is also available in English, published by the Arvo Pärt Centre.
The concert is supported by the Embassy of Estonia in Budapest.
Tickets and further information here.
There will be several more opportunities this autumn to enjoy Arvo Pärt’s music in concert halls:
11 October, 7:30 p.m. ǀ Pesti Vigadó, Liszt Fest
Arvo Pärt 90 – Erki Pehk and Eesti Sinfonietta
16 October, 7:30 p.m. ǀ Magyar Zene Háza
Discantus: Prophecies and the Gospel
Theatrical choir concert featuring a cappella works by Arvo Pärt
15 November, 6:00 p.m. ǀ MÜPA
Open rehearsal room – Arvo Pärt 90 and Composers of the North
Chamber music concert featuring the artists of the Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra and the Hungarian National Choir
(Photo: Arvo Pärt Centre)