{"id":236349,"date":"2026-09-24T21:46:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T18:46:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vilnius-events.lt\/?post_type=event&p=236349"},"modified":"2026-09-25T09:42:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T06:42:47","slug":"lt-jubiliejinis-vakaras-koncertas-eiso-laukon-paveiziet-ru-jubiliejinis-vakaras-koncertas-eiso-laukon-paveiziet-skirtas-motiejaus-kazimiero-valan-iaus-225-osioms-gimimo-metin-ms","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/www.vilnius-events.lt\/en\/event\/lt-jubiliejinis-vakaras-koncertas-eiso-laukon-paveiziet\/","title":{"rendered":"ANNIVERSARY CONCERT EVENING \u201cEISO LAUKON PAVEIZIET\u0116\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

An anniversary concert evening marking the 225th birth anniversary of Motiejus Kazimieras Valan\u010dius<\/strong><\/p>\n

Almost 200 years ago, Motiejus Valan\u010dius celebrated his first solemn Mass (Primicia) at St John\u2019s Church. He later became one of the most important figures in Lithuania\u2019s religious, cultural, social and political life in the mid-19th century. Two centuries later, on the occasion of his 225th birth anniversary, the ideas of the Samogitian Bishop and the spirit of his homeland \u2013 Samogitia \u2013 will fill the space that once echoed with the voice of a newly ordained priest during the concert \u201cEiso laukon paveiziet\u0117\u201d<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The audience will be treated to a combined programme of Samogitian folklore and instrumental improvisations. An autumnal portrait of Samogitia will be painted by winding melodies, fluttering like a breeze swirling between the hills, powerful and full-bodied polyphonic singing, rich sounds of traditional wind instruments, the majestic resonance of the organ and the distinctive Samogitian word. A special aspect of the event, reflecting the work of Motiejus Valan\u010dius, will be the harmony between the folk and sacred worlds: traditional hymns, a collection of which was edited by Valan\u010dius himself, will resound with Samogitian strength, while clear and contemplative Samogitian songs will sound like a prayer. The culmination of the evening will be the organ, wind instruments and singers joining together in a common hymn.<\/p>\n

This concert is a meaningful cultural encounter inviting audiences to remember the legacy of Motiejus Valan\u010dius and experience the strength, lyrical beauty and uniqueness of the spirit of Samogitia.<\/p>\n

Programme:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Samogitian songs, traditional hymns, wind instrument and organ improvisations, traditional violin playing, texts read in Lithuanian and Samogitian.<\/p>\n

Performers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

VU Folklore Ensemble \u201cRatilio\u201d<\/strong> (artistic director Vilius Marma)<\/p>\n

Vilnius Folklore Ensemble \u201cLabingis\u201d<\/strong> (artistic director Milda Ri\u010dkut\u0117)<\/p>\n

VU Wind Orchestra \u201cOktava\u201d<\/strong> (artistic director Donatas Via\u017eevi\u010dius)<\/p>\n

Organist Vidas Pinkevi\u010dius<\/strong><\/p>\n

Readers: Paulius Naru\u0161is and Alfonsas Ramonas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Concept and director: Milda Ri\u010dkut\u0117<\/strong><\/p>\n

The event is organised by the VU Culture Centre<\/strong>, which brings together 16 artistic ensembles and creative studios. Every year, the Centre invites the University community and the public to experience a wide range of cultural genres. More information: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vukulturoscentras\/<\/a> and www.kultura.vu.lt<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Photography and filming may take place during the event. By attending, you agree that the material may be used for VU promotional purposes.<\/p>\n

The event venue is accessible to people with mobility disabilities. The church can be accessed via a ramp. If personal assistance is required, please contact the organisers in advance.<\/p>\n

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