Ring in the New Year with dazzling symphonic works and the rich sounds of traditional Portuguese fado, performed by outstanding musicians. Aurēlija Šimkus has captivated audiences not only in Latvia but across Europe, receiving numerous prestigious international awards. Meanwhile, the remarkably talented conductor Rui Miguel Marques, at just 22 years of age, had already worked with world-class orchestras. Gisela João is one of Portugal’s most powerful voices – authentic and emotionally charged. These musicians will share the stage with the LNSO on 28 and 30 December, delighting audiences as they welcome the New Year.

Featuring:
Gisela JOÃO – vocals
Aurēlija ŠIMKUS – piano
Ricardo PARREIRA – guitar
Latvian National Symphony Orchestra
Conductor Rui Miguel MARQUES

Programme:
Antonín DVOŘÁK Carnival Overture
Manuel DE FALLA Two Suites from the ballet The Three-Cornered Hat
Franz LISZT Spanish Rhapsody
Traditional fado music