Concert Series “Gems of South Kurzeme”. Festival of the works of Eriks Ešenvalds

The project aims to celebrate three remarkable figures – Pēteris Vasks, Ēriks Ešenvalds, and Ēvalds Rimbenieks – by presenting high-quality cultural events and establishing South Kurzeme as a hub of artistic inspiration on a European scale.

On 30–31 July 2027, Priekule will host a festival of Ēriks Ešenvalds’ works to mark the composer’s 50th birthday. The celebration will feature the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra and the State Academic Choir “Latvija”, under the artistic direction of Māris Sirmais.

The “Rimbenieks” Festival has already become a key part of South Kurzeme’s musical tradition. Musicians from the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra team up with like-minded colleagues in various ensembles to perform high-quality chamber music in the most beautiful locations in South Kurzeme.

Organised by South Kurzeme Municipality Culture Department.