Philip Glass’ “Songs from Liquid Days” to Be Performed at Vilnius University

Vilnius University (VU) choirs “Gaudeamus”, “Virgo” and “Pro Musica” (Artistic Director Rasa Gelgotienė), together with the Vilnius City Ensemble NIKO, are proud to present the musical piece “Songs from Liquid Days” by the genius of minimalism, Philip Glass in his premiere Lithuanian performance. The concert will take place on 23 of October at 19:30 at the Church of St. Johns’. Tickets are distributed by kakava.lt.

In the world of contemporary academic music, few names are as prominent as Philip Glass. His avant-garde compositions defy convention, transcend musical boundaries and challenge our very perception of sound. One of his most captivating works, “Songs from Liquid Days“, draws listeners into an enchanting journey through time and emotions.

“Songs from Liquid Days” is not just an album – it is an adventure of sounds. This ground-breaking collection of songs, written in 1985, showcases Glass's uncanny ability to combine classical minimalism with elements of pop and world music. This is a testament to his artistic genius for skilfully combining genres to create a timeless and unique sound, as he explores the fluidity of human existence. The composer has collaborated with a range of influential artists, i.e. David Byrne, Laurie Anderson, Paul Simon and Suzanne Vega, to create a series of poignant songs touching on the themes of love, life and the ever-changing nature of our world. Each song is a tapestry of emotions, painting vivid portraits of human experience.

“Songs from Liquid Days” by Philip Glass will be presented by three choirs of Vilnius University together with the Vilnius City Ensemble NIKO and soloists Aiste Pilibavičiūtė (soprano) and Edgaras Davidovičius (tenor). For Rasa Gelgotienė, the choir's artistic director, this work by Glass is filled with magic and enchanting beauty. “While the composition is a challenge for VU choirs in terms of performance, I believe that the concert will be a truly wonderful listening experience for the audience,” says R. Gelgotienė.

“Songs from Liquid Days” is distinguished by its ability to resonate with an infinitely diverse audience – its fusion of classical and contemporary elements makes it accessible to music enthusiasts of all backgrounds. Whether the listener is a seasoned fan of academic music or a newcomer to the field, this composition transcends genres and invites everyone to embark on a transformative journey.

Philip Glass | „Songs from Liquid Days“ concert will take place on 23 October, 19:30, at the Church of St. Johns in Vilnius. The piece is presented by the Vilnius University choirs “Gaudeamus”, “Virgo” and “Pro Musica” together with the Vilnius City Ensemble NIKO, soloists Aiste Pilibavičiūtė (soprano) and Edgaras Davidovičius (tenor), Vilnius University organist Vidas Pinkevičius, pianist Egle Andrejevaitė, an ensemble of flutes (directed by Lina Baublytė), and an ensemble of percussionists (directed by Andrius Rekašius).

Tickets are distributed by kakava.lt