On November 18, we will celebrate the 108th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Latvia at Freedom Square. The central event of the festive evening will be the concert “Landscapes of Freedom,” which will begin at 19:00. Its main symbol is the great tree, a testament to the strength and resilience of the Latvian state, people, and culture. Just as a tree with deep roots can withstand storms and continue to grow, Latvia too has overcome difficulties throughout its history, preserved its values, and managed to renew itself.
The concert’s concept and repertoire are based on the eight landscapes of the Latvian Cultural Canon, which reveal the diversity created by the interaction between Latvia’s nature and people. With the help of light, video projections, and scenography, the great tree will transform into various images of Latvian nature. The tree will become a unifying symbol that connects Latvia’s places, people, and generations.
Performing in the concert will be Aija Andrejeva, Asnate Rancāne, Dagnis Roziņš, Rihards Mačanovskis, the vocal group “Neaizmirstulītes,” and the trio “Oranžās.” Musical accompaniment will be provided by Gundars Caune (keyboards), Raitis Aukšmuksts (percussion), Kristens Kupčs (electric and acoustic guitar), Rolands Stepanovs (bass guitar), and Artūrs Sebris (saxophone). The concert will be hosted by actors Līga Zeļģe and Mārtiņš Brūveris.
The author and director of the concert concept is Sandis Kalniņš, and the co-author of the concept, set designer, and video artist is Austra Sniķere. The music producer is Uldis Timma, the stylist is Dace Grīnberga, the lighting designers are Jānis Pētersons and Rihards Kauliņš, and the sound director is Mārtiņš Porters.
