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Island of Usedom (Germany) The Swan of Tuonela
4 September 2021, 8pm
Music festival ‘Il Settembre dell’Accademia’, 12 September 2021, 5pm Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky (1840 – 1893)
Teatro Filarmonico, Verona (Italy) Mieczysław Karłowicz Philharmonic,
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6 September 2021, 7pm Dramatic symphony arranged
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Bolshoi Theatre. Tchaikovsky’s dreaming the North.
prince Siegfried falls in love with the
enchanted Swan Queen, Odette, who ‘Nordic Swans’ will next take flight again in
glides over a magical lake together with her 2022, with concerts at the Queen Elisabeth
companions. Her rival Odile, known as the Hall in Antwerp on 23 March and at the
We are delighted to present our new concert Our concert opens with Arvo Pärt’s ‘Black Swan’, gives the tale its tragic turn, Berlin Philharmonie on 24 March. We hope
experience ‘Nordic Swans’. After 12 long contemplative, hymn-like orchestral piece but true love ultimately triumphs over death. to see you there!
months away from the stage, it is a huge thrill Swansong, which is based on an earlier The Baltic Sea Philharmonic performs Swan
to be touring Europe once again. Tonight we choral composition, Littlemore Tractus Lake as a dramatic symphony arranged
perform a new programme inspired by one (2000), in which Pärt set a text by the by Kristjan Järvi, who says his aim was to
of nature’s noblest creatures – the swan. influential English theologian Cardinal John ‘highlight the brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s epic
Featuring music by Arvo Pärt, Sibelius and Henry Newman. The piece exemplifies the work’. His arrangement combines famous
Tchaikovsky, ‘Nordic Swans’ celebrates these Estonian composer’s ‘holy minimalism’, melodies with some less familiar sections
majestic birds that are often visible on the a style of musical expression far removed of the original ballet score. For the Romantics,
Baltic coast, especially at sunset. For the from the neo-classical and avant-garde the swan was a
Romantics, the swan was a symbol of loyalty, works of his early output. A new kind of concert experience
purity and elegance. A swan draws the hero’s ‘Nordic Swans’ marks not just a return
symbol of loyalty, purity
boat in Wagner’s opera Lohengrin. It appears The Swan of Tuonela is the most well to live performance for the Baltic Sea and elegance
in the Finnish national poetry epic Kalevala known of Sibelius’s Four Legends from the Philharmonic, but is also a new showcase
and in medieval German verse romances Kalevala, also known as the Lemminkäinen for our transformation of the classical
about the knight Parzival. Kristjan Järvi says: Suite (1895). The Legends describe concert experience. We perform the entire
‘Swans are creatures of great purity and various adventures of the young hero programme from memory, with most of the
beauty, and all the Nordic countries have Lemminkäinen, and The Swan of Tuonela musicians standing up and able to move
them in their culture, which is why we’re depicts the sacred creature he had been freely on the stage. Specially devised
focusing the repertoire in this way.’ tasked to kill. Sibelius wrote at the top of the choreography and bespoke half-black anddic
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The idea that anything is possible is not just feel as if they are suddenly entering a new
a touchstone for the Baltic Sea Philharmonic dimension.’ This same invitation to a world of
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a thrillingly immersive spectacle of music, symbol. It is also the symbol of a majestic
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composer and arranger. He listening format. Chandos to his eponymous
developed his own unique series the Kristjan Järvi Sound
sound with his New York-based As a conductor, Kristjan is at Project, which launched in
Creative freedom, risk-taking and innovation Kristjan has instilled in the Baltic Sea classical-hip-hop-jazz group home on the big international 2014. Nordic Escapes, his
are at the heart of Kristjan Järvi’s work with Philharmonic musicians a collective spirit Absolute Ensemble, the Baltic stages, directing great classics debut album as composer and
the Baltic Sea Philharmonic. ‘We are building of self-discovery. He encourages their Sea Philharmonic, and ‘Nordic from Wagner to Tchaikovsky, producer for BMG’s Modern
a new orchestral model,’ he says. ‘As passion and potential in areas such as Pulse’, the in-house ensemble and contemporary icons from Recordings was released
orchestras, we have to ask ourselves what we memorisation, digital production and of his production company, Steve Reich to Radiohead, as in 2020.
are here for. It must be to create, uplift, inspire music creation. And he nurtures their Sunbeam Productions. well as his original productions.
and innovate. And you cannot have innovation leadership skills, guiding a team of section He collaborates with some Born in Estonia, Kristjan
without taking risks. Everything we’re doing leaders and senior musicians. ‘What we Together with his Sunbeam of today’s brightest creative emigrated to the United States
with the Baltic Sea Philharmonic – from playing are doing with the orchestra,’ he says, ‘is team, Kristjan creates new minds, from film director Tom as a child and grew up in
by heart to performing with lights and sound a constant process of opening musicians experiences that combine Tykwer to composers and New York City. Since 2015
design – is about making that creative leap, and up to possibilities, so they discover what music, visual art, lighting design performers Max Richter, Robot he has lived in the Estonian
hopefully inspiring others through our example.’ lies within.’ and technology with innovative Koch, Hauschka and Bastille. capital, Tallinn.r s
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Trumpet Katharina Wickel (Communications Manager)
Josep Gómez Alemany (Spain/Germany) Danielle Griffin (Music Librarian)
Violin Cello Laur Keller (Estonia) Alexander Datz (Press Officer)
Romualda Błoch (Poland) Lydia Eriksson (Finland) Emilia Suchlich (Germany) Anna Müller (Project Assistant)
Ilze Gagaine (Latvia) Adam Garnecki (Poland) Grácio Z. Vieira Silva (Brazil/Finland) Maya Oppitz (Project Assistant)
Sabīne Grase (Latvia) Marius Malanețchi (Moldova/Germany) Barbara Petkēviča (Project Assistant)
Kseniia Ivakina (Russia) Trombone Adrien Le Gall (Videographer)
Malwina Kulisiewicz (Poland) Double Bass Richard Dießner (Germany) Bernd Possardt (Photographer)
Andrea Masciarelli (Italy/Estonia) Agnieszka Detko (Poland) Ignas Filonovas (Lithuania) Manuela Reut (Stylist)
Evgenia Pavlova (Russia) Mateusz Filip (Poland) Kaspar-Oskar Kramp (Estonia) Jonas Rose (Video Animation)
Laura Zimka (Latvia) Miłosz Madejski (Poland) Raban Ruddigkeit (Design)
Tuba Peter Somerford (Editor)
Viola Flute Enri Remmelgas (Estonia) Chris Ekers (Sound Engineer)
Nemanja Adamović (Serbia/Germany) Kristīne Beitika (Latvia) Vedran Hamovic (Sound Assistant)
Marzena Malinowska (Poland) Evelīna Lašketa (Latvia) Harp Sandor Antal (Stage Manager)
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Under the baton of Music Director and Each concert is a unique spectacle of Philharmonic transcends geographical and answers to the questions of how a 21st-
Founding Conductor Kristjan Järvi, every sound, light, choreography, visual art and historical boundaries and has become a century orchestra can evolve, perform,
performance of the Baltic Sea Philharmonic technology, an electrifying experience that movement for bringing people together. educate and connect people. ‘It is a living
is a voyage of musical discovery. Playing fizzes with infectious energy. Even more Embodying all that is innovative and breathing creature, with boundless energy
entire programmes by heart, the musicians than this, as a community of musicians progressive about the Nordic region, this and enthusiasm for the new – an adventure
create a one-of-a-kind artistic journey. from ten Nordic countries, the Baltic Sea visionary ensemble is providing compelling in itself’, says Kristjan Järvi.Passion, unity and vision Education and training have, alongside just from memory but also without breaks Playing by heart
Bringing together musicians from Denmark, international touring, always been at the heart or intermission, thus creating a seamless Performing from memory has become
Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, of the orchestra’s mission, with a commitment flow of music. ‘Divine Geometry’ (2019) an essential part of the Baltic Sea
Norway, Poland, Russia and Sweden, the to develop the musicians’ professional skills brought together Baroque and minimalism, Philharmonic’s signature concert experience.
Baltic Sea Philharmonic began life in 2008 and expand their musical horizons, especially and included the German premiere of The absence of music stands and scores
on the initiative of the Usedom Music Festival in the area of memorised performance. Steve Reich’s Music for Ensemble and creates a special feeling on stage, produces
and won immediate acclaim for its passionate The creation in 2013 of the Baltic Sea Orchestra, a work co-commissioned by a thrilling visual impact in the hall, and
performances and its powerful message Music Education Foundation consolidated the Baltic Sea Philharmonic together opens up new possibilities for dynamic
of unity in a historically divided region. The a burgeoning education programme, which with the New York Philharmonic, the Los presentation and choreography. The
orchestra was praised by German Chancellor includes chamber music coaching and Angeles Philharmonic, the San Francisco musicians, most of whom are standing, are
Angela Merkel as ‘a compelling example special concerts for school students. Symphony, the London Symphony free to move and interact with each other
of using music as a powerful medium for Orchestra and the Sydney Symphony and the conductor. The orchestra becomes
cooperation and integration across borders’. Revolutionary concert experiences Orchestra. ‘Nordic Swans’ (2021/22), a like a powerful organism, every player
And its achievements were honoured in The Baltic Sea Philharmonic has swan-inspired programme of music by Arvo attuned to one collective beating heart. In the
2015 with the European Culture Prize by the established an international reputation Pärt, Sibelius and Tchaikovsky, features words of percussionist Mathias Matland, ‘It is
European Culture Foundation ‘Pro Europe’. for its innovative programmes that throw bespoke concert outfits and specially an amazing feeling, and very liberating. With
classical music conventions out of the designed choreography that enhance the the stands gone, you can see what everyone
The Baltic Sea Philharmonic performs window and enable audiences and swan theme, together with atmospheric is doing, and you’re much more connected
regularly in the most prestigious concert the musicians alike to experience new digital soundscapes and lighting design. with everyone on stage.’
halls and festivals in Europe and beyond, musical dimensions. The groundbreaking
including the Berlin Philharmonie, the ‘Waterworks’ (2017/18), in collaboration With its new programme ‘The Most The Firebird and many more musical
Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, the Dubai with Sunbeam Productions, fused music, Incredible Thing’ (2022), the Baltic Sea works played by heart have been wowing
Opera, the White Nights Music Festival in St. light, sound design, visual art and fashion Philharmonic brings the magical power audiences and critics at Baltic Sea
Petersburg, the Rheingau Music Festival and to spectacular effect. ‘Baltic Folk’ of fairytales to life. Kristjan Järvi’s own Philharmonic performances ever since.
the Merano Music Festival. The orchestra (2017) featured the first ever memorised reworkings of Tchaikovsky’s The Snow After a concert at the Elbphilharmonie in
has collaborated with leading soloists such performance of Stravinsky’s The Firebird. Maiden and The Nutcracker showcase 2019, Joachim Mischke of the Hamburger
as Julia Fischer, Valentina Lisitsa, Jonas ‘Nordic Pulse’ (2018–20) is an innovative the quintessential colour and drama of the Abendblatt wrote: ‘Keeping Stravinsky’s
Kaufmann and Gidon Kremer, as well as celebration of the North. ‘Midnight great Russian composer’s theatre music. high-octane score from crashing under its
renowned conductor Kurt Masur, the pop Sun’ (2019) introduced a new model of These two arrangements are joined by a own weight is no easy feat for an orchestra,
band Bastille and composer Max Richter. performing the complete programme not new concert suite based on the Pet Shop let alone one with all the notes in front of
Boys’ ballet The Most Incredible Thing, the players’ noses. But by heart, like the
a synth-infused score which itself takes rest of the almost two-hour, uninterrupted
musical inspiration from Tchaikovsky’s programme? As a kind of story ballet, in
Swan Lake. which groups of instruments or individuals
‘Clearly a different league’
Hamburger Abendblattwander across the stage, in which they 200 candidates who had applied and ‘The orchestra has an explicit
dance in rhythm and the concertmaster takes submitted recorded video performances. social dimension, which really
off her pumps in the midst of all this excess The jury for the live virtual auditions,
energy? This is clearly a different league.’ comprising Kristjan Järvi and ten Baltic Sea
struck me as important’
Philharmonic senior musicians, made a Max Richter
New horizons online final selection of 70 musicians, who have
The Baltic Sea Philharmonic is passionate joined the Baltic Sea Philharmonic’s pool of
about innovation in the digital landscape. outstanding players for international tours
Amid the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and exciting opportunities on stage, in the An acclaimed, fast-growing discography Richter, although his compositions have
it launched a series of cutting-edge digital studio and online. The Baltic Sea Philharmonic and previously featured on the programmes of
projects connecting musicians and music Kristjan Järvi expanded their acclaimed Baltic Sea Philharmonic concerts. Recorded
fans around Europe and across the world. The orchestra’s senior musicians had discography in 2020, with two recordings in Tallinn, Estonia, in September 2019, in the
An ambitious virtual-orchestra production of important responsibilities throughout the for Sony Classical and another for presence of the composer, EXILES features
a 20-minute extract from Shostakovich’s epic entire Digital Talent Tour audition process, BMG. Sony released Sleeping Beauty, new versions of pieces from previous Max
Symphony No. 7, which premiered online in from helping to choose the audition a new arrangement by Kristjan Järvi Richter albums, as well as pieces originally
May 2020, involved no fewer than 108 Baltic repertoire, to assessing the initial video of Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet as a composed for ballet scores.
Sea Philharmonic players in 18 countries. applications, and then conducting the live 70-minute dramatic symphony, and Glass &
And in July 2020 the orchestra and Kristjan virtual auditions. By helping to appraise and Stravinsky Violin Concertos with the The main work on the new album, the
Järvi started ‘Musical Chain’, an ongoing interview their peers, these experienced young Swiss violinist David Nebel. The 33-minute ‘Exiles’, has a strong socio-
series of original music remix videos giving members play a key role in shaping and Baltic Sea Philharmonic also features political dimension, in that it is Richter’s
classical gems a cutting-edge twist. Through developing the unique personality of the on Kristjan Järvi’s debut album for BMG/ personal response to the humanitarian
this innovative project, the Baltic Sea orchestra as a whole. Auditioning their Modern Recordings, Nordic Escapes. disaster of the migrant crisis and the plight
Philharmonic is evolving from an orchestra fellow players is also an opportunity for These three recordings led to the orchestra of Syrian refugees. The choice of the Baltic
into a band, with the musicians becoming the senior musicians to develop their own and Kristjan Järvi being nominated in no Sea Philharmonic – with its open, borderless
producers as well as creators. leadership qualities, critical listening and fewer than eight categories for the OPUS and unifying nature – as collaborators for
empathetic communication skills, and gain KLASSIK 2021, the new prize for classical the album was therefore an important one
In the face of pandemic disruptions, the valuable insights into the audition process. music in Germany. for the composer. ‘They are engaged with
Baltic Sea Philharmonic also brought Flautist and senior musician Kristīne music and society, connecting people
its 2020 recruitment drive online with a Beitika, from Latvia, says: ‘When I listened The latest Baltic Sea Philharmonic album, who live around the Baltic Sea so that
highly successful Digital Talent Tour. In to the applicants I wanted them to succeed Max Richter’s EXILES, was released in obviously includes former Western
January 2021 the orchestra held live video- and feel confident and happy about their August 2021 and marks the orchestra’s European countries and former Eastern
conference auditions for 91 candidates playing. Having had this experience of label debut for Deutsche Grammophon. bloc countries,’ he says. ‘The orchestra
from the entire Baltic Sea region. These being on the jury, I know that it will help me It is the orchestra’s first major collaboration has an explicit social dimension, which
musicians were selected from more than for my own auditions.’ with leading contemporary composer Max really struck me as important.’tal ity
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When live performances were disrupted producing videos, and a way of expressing ‘Song of Praise’ from the Swanwhite Suite, collaborated with the Baltic Sea Philharmonic
by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in new facets of their creative personality. one of the Baltic Sea Philharmonic’s signature since 2016 and is responsible for the graphic
2020, the Baltic Sea Philharmonic quickly Horn player Noé Lehmann says: ‘“Musical encore pieces. The orchestra recorded design of the orchestra’s entire media output.
responded with innovative digital projects. Chain” gives me the opportunity to explore the music in Merano, Italy, in September
These reflect its strength as a community my creativity in a whole new way. It helped 2020, and the video features 13 musicians ‘Midnight Sun’ is also the first original
of musicians and its commitment to me to stay strong in these difficult times and along with stunning images that celebrate ‘Musical Chain’ audio track to be released on
capturing online the energy and spirit of it made me incredibly happy when I saw my the landscapes and nature of the North. a label. BMG/Modern Recordings released
its live performances. ‘Musical Chain’, fellow musicians in the videos.’ ‘Nutty Christmas’, a fun seasonal take on short and long versions of the track in July
a series of strikingly original music videos Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, transforms the 2021. Further original audio tracks from the
which launched in July 2020, takes the ‘Musical Chain’ has so far featured five music ‘Dance of the Reed Pipes’ and the ‘Dance ‘Musical Chain’ series are set for release on
now-familiar virtual orchestra concept videos. For most of the videos, Baltic Sea of the Sugar Plum Fairy’ into the Baltic Sea the new independent label nEscapes soon.
in a completely fresh direction, bringing Philharmonic musicians recorded audio Philharmonic’s very own Christmas carol.
musicians from the orchestra together tracks at home and filmed themselves in ‘Musical Chain’ will continue with new
with other artists and creative collaborators. atmospheric landscapes. Kristjan Järvi then The latest ‘Musical Chain’ video, ‘Midnight international collaborators involved in the
A symbol of unity and solidarity in the face mixed the audio and a professional video Sun’, is inspired by the phenomenon of the creative process, and with the musicians of the
of the pandemic, ‘Musical Chain’ also production team edited the final videos, which never-setting sun that occurs above the Baltic Sea Philharmonic becoming producers
shows how the Baltic Sea Philharmonic were released on the orchestra’s social media Arctic Circle around midsummer. of their own audio and video productions.
is taking the concept of the orchestra further channels and have reached over 100,000
– from ensemble to band to producer. people worldwide so far.
For the musicians of the orchestra, the Recutting classical gems
‘Musical Chain’ project has been a vital The first video in the series, ‘Midnight Mood’, ‘“Musical Chain” gives me the opportunity
source of connection during lockdowns, is a reimagining of Grieg’s ‘Morning Mood’
a chance to learn about shooting and from Peer Gynt and features 13 musicians
to explore my creativity in a whole new way’
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Kristjan Järvi: Nordic Escapes Wagner: The Ring. An Orchestral Adventure.
BMG/Modern Recordings, 2020 Arranged for orchestra by Henk de Vlieger
Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Sony Classical, 2016
London Symphony Orchestra, Baltic Sea Philharmonic,
Nordic Pulse Ensemble, Kristjan Järvi Kristjan Järvi
Max Richter: EXILES Tchaikovsky: Sleeping Beauty.
Deutsche Grammophon, 2021 A Dramatic Symphony. Arranged by Kristjan Järvi
Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Kristjan Järvi Sony Classical, 2020
Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Kristjan Järvi
Igor Stravinsky, Philip Glass: Violin Concertos Kristjan Järvi: Midnight Sun
Sony Classical, 2020 BMG/Modern Recordings, 2021
David Nebel, violin, Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Mari Meentalo, Estonian bagpipe,
London Symphony Orchestra, Kristjan Järvi Baltic Sea Philharmonic, Kristjan Järvin
been documenting the classical sphere scenes footage from a spectacular charity
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minutes of the first rehearsal, I realised this on 4 January 2020, when the Baltic Sea
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ambitious goals that went far beyond just on stage to perform special reorchestrations
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concert footage from venues including the following a livestream of the performance on
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c um ic S and the poignant Historical Technical said afterwards: ‘It was a real privilege to play
do alt Museum in Peenemünde, the site of the with the Baltic Sea Philharmonic and Kristjan
B Nazis’ V2 rocket facility in the Second World Järvi. To collaborate on stage with so many
War, now transformed into a place of culture, brilliant musicians was such an incredible
peace and hope. The documentary is experience and one that we’ll never forget.’
currently available on KLM flights.
Visitors to the Baltic Sea Philharmonic’s Directed by acclaimed filmmaker David
YouTube channel can watch a wide Donnelly (Maestro, Forte), the film is a An unforgettable night in Hamburg,
selection of concert highlights, complete portrait of an exceptional group of musicians in Bastille – ReOrchestrated
performances, original music videos and from ten different nations who come Released on Amazon Prime Video in
behind-the-scenes footage. On top of this together for a journey of self-discovery. The February 2021, Bastille – ReOrchestrated
digital presence, two recent feature-length documentary explores how the Baltic Sea explores how British pop band Bastille
documentaries, Nordic Pulse and Bastille – Philharmonic challenges expectations of redefined its sound and the musical
ReOrchestrated, are now showcasing the what an orchestra can be. It’s also the story experience for its fans by experimenting with
orchestra in a spectacular way. of a visionary leader in Kristjan Järvi, who orchestral arrangements. The film features
wants to transform the concert experience extensive performance and behind-the-
Nordic Pulse – a journey of self-discovery for audiences and change their way of
Premiered at the Tallinn Black Nights Film thinking about the world.
Festival in Estonia in November 2019,
Nordic Pulse follows the orchestra on two Within the first few days of filming on ‘To collaborate on stage with so many
landmark European tours that it made Nordic Pulse, Donnelly knew he was brilliant musicians was an incredible experience
in 2017 – ‘Waterworks’ and ‘Baltic Folk’. witnessing something special. ‘I have and one that we’ll never forget’
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Email: contact@bmef.eu Photos
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Adamik, photo Kristjan Järvi by Sunbeam
Dr Dirk von Ameln, Chairman of the Board Productions/Siiri Kumari.
Through their experience of touring with the Our free email newsletter ‘Baltic Sea Rolf Seelige-Steinhoff, Deputy Chairman
Baltic Sea Philharmonic, our musicians have Inside’ features all the latest news about the Frank Häuser, Treasurer Acknowledgements
developed a strong bond of friendship and Baltic Sea Philharmonic and its activities, Matthias Warnig, President of the Board Baltic Sea Music Education Foundation
community – a unique Baltic Spirit. We bring from educational projects, concerts and of Trustees is grateful for all the support received
this same spirit to you, not only live on stage tours, to media highlights, success stories throughout the year from individuals,
but also in our series ‘Humans of Baltic and how you can get more involved with us Kristjan Järvi, Founding Conductor companies and institutions, as well as
Sea Philharmonic’, which we regularly – whether as a fan, supporter or musician. and Music Director all music lovers. Many thanks to every
publish on our social media channels, Thomas Hummel, Executive Director one of them!
and which gives our players the chance to These channels are our way of bringing the Jutta Loosen, Communications Director
introduce themselves in their own words. Baltic Sea Philharmonic closer to you, and We would like to welcome Lutz-Dietmar Falk
as they grow we hope more and more music Artistic Council and Dr Beate-Carola Johannsen among our
Through our social media channels, you can lovers will join our vibrant community. So Valery Gergiev, Marek Janowski, group of supporters, and we thank them and
get involved with the orchestra by watching come in, explore, and let us know what you Mariss Jansons (†), Kurt Masur (†), all of our supporters for their contributions to
our videos on YouTube, having your say on think. We would love to hear your feedback. Esa-Pekka Salonen our educational programmes in 2021.
Facebook or Twitter, checking out photos
of our musical adventures on Instagram, A great thank you to all the music
or listening to our music on Spotify. academies, music festivals and concert
presenters involved in our 2021 projects
for their support and collaboration.
‘Once you taste this spirit of
ingenuity, brilliance and innovation,
there is nothing else to do than to
carry it with you through your life’
Vida Bobin (Poland) – ViolinBaltic Sea Philharmonic is supported by
Baltic Sea
Music Education
Foundation
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