Ave Maria - Christmas Concert

Okoncert presents: Ave Maria - a Christmas concert of organ and vocal music by candlelight.

On this winter evening, on December 22, under the vaults of the neo-Gothic St. Paul’s Church, the most famous musical versions of the prayer "Ave Maria" will be performed - angelic greetings to the Most Holy Virgin Mary.

The canonical text of this prayer has inspired many outstanding composers to create masterpieces that have become symbols of spiritual beauty. The concert program includes works by Charles Gounod, Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Schubert, and other composers whose melodies still move the hearts of millions of listeners.

The most famous vocal versions of "Ave Maria" will be performed by:

Jūlija Vasiļjeva - soprano, one of the leading soloists of the Latvian National Opera, known for her musical sensitivity and purity of tone.

Ilona Bagele - mezzo-soprano, soloist of the Latvian National Opera, whose emotional depth and richness of timbre captivate audiences.

At the organ - Ilona Birģele, one of Latvia’s finest organists and the director of the Historical Organ Festival "Latvia - a Land of Organs".

A unique atmosphere awaits you: hundreds of flickering candles, soft light, the majestic sound of the organ, and pure, heartfelt vocals will create a space for reflection, inspiration, and inner peace.

This evening will be a special Christmas event that will touch every heart.

*the musicians are in the balcony, by the organ