over 50 events and 400 participants from all over the world
Already on the first day of the festival, the melodies of this string instrument were available in unexpected spaces, for example, a cup of coffee in the port city cafes was served with the melodies performed by Klaipėda E. Balsys Art Gymnasium cellist ensemble (leader Gabriele Bajorūnienė). And such unexpected meetings in various urban spaces will be all week.
David Grying’s name of the cello competition began, where young talents from four continents will try to try their hand at this year. This year, the contestant from 28 countries will participate and will be evaluated by an international commission. The best ones will be awarded cash prizes and will appear for the audience together with the KKS Klaipėda Chamber Orchestra on May 9.
Acropolis. Photo by E. Lisovoj
However, to the last chords of the International Cello Festival, more than 50 events are planned during the festival week, including free performances in public spaces. Over 100 cellists from 33 countries, including German, United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, USA and others, will participate. And Cello maestro David Gering and his famous students met at the festival opening concert.
Photo by E. Sabaliauskaitė
« The miracle always happens when the perfect dialogue between the teacher and his students is on stage, so tonight’s musical searches with the maestro with the maestro, one of the most prominent cello virtuoso Jens Petertz,, Jing Zhao, an exclusive talent in Chinese origin and one of Klaipeda cello, Bačkus, no doubt that « to have a teacher in the world of music, not only authority, but also a person who helps to develop the path of creative development, not stop. »
Event program on websites www.koncertusale.lt and www.celloideda.coma significant number of concerts and shows – free.When it is necessary for pre -registration. According to Tadas Grabis, the leader of Klaipeda Concert Hall, « this international event is more than a concert cycle. It is a true music festival that combines the most talented performers, listeners and unique experiences. At this festival, Klaipeda reminds the world that music has the power to unite, inspire and create special moments.
