Bel Canto Choir Vilnius: Open to the World LP Launch Concert

Bel Canto Choir Vilnius Marks Vinyl Debut with Open to the World LP Launch Concert and Invites to a Cozy Concert!

Bel Canto Choir Vilnius presents “Open to the World,” the first vinyl record of contemporary choral music in Lithuania, and invites to join the group for a cozy concert on June 16 at 8:30 pm at St. Catherine’s Church in Vilnius.

The concert will also feature the Mettis String Quartet, pianist Motiejus Bazaras, and solo roles by choir members Mindaugas Rumšas (saxophone), Agnė Bagdonavičienė and Justinas Stanevičius (vocals). Grammy-nominated Vilius Keras, the album’s recording producer, and his team members will also share their insights into the recording sessions, giving a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of “Open to the World.”

During the concert, Bel Canto Choir will perform contemporary choral music from its new repertoire, including works by Eric Whitacre, Ola Gjeilo, Morten Lauridsen, Jake Runestad, Lithuanian composer Donatas Zakaras, and others. The Mettis String Quartet and pianist Motiejus Bazaras will present their solo performances too.

More about the concert: https://bit.ly/40ZXyMW