Pēteris Vasks: 80th Anniversary Edition
Marko Ylönen (cello), Sinfonietta Riga (chamber ensemble), Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra, Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra, John Storgårds, Juha Kangas, Sigvards Klava
a mesmerising 80th Anniversary Edition for the compelling composer.
Pēteris Vasks: 80th Anniversary Edition
Marko Ylönen (cello), Sinfonietta Riga (chamber ensemble), Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra, Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra, John Storgårds, Juha Kangas, Sigvards Klava
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a mesmerising 80th Anniversary Edition for the compelling composer.
About
This special three-album edition celebrates Pēteris Vasks’ 80th anniversary in 2026. The release consists of Vasks’ first three award-winning album releases on Ondine. The debut album of Vasks’ music on Ondine, featuring his 2nd Symphony and Violin Concerto ‘Distant Light’, was a major international breakthrough for the composer, earning two Cannes Classical Awards in 2004, including ‘Album of the Year’. In addition to the second orchestral album (with Symphony No. 3 and Cello Concerto No. 1), released in 2006, this album also includes Vasks’ major choral masterpiece, the Missa, performed by the award-winning Latvian Radio Choir and Sinfonietta Riga conducted by Sigvards Kļava, one of the great exponents of Vasks’ music for many years.
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Spotlight on this release
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Pēteris Vasks at 80
16th Apr 2026
The Latvian composer (whose big birthday falls today) looks back over the past nine decades, reflecting on some of the musicians who have shaped his work and the inspiration which he draws from nature and his faith.
Awards and reviews
July 2026
a mesmerising 80th Anniversary Edition for the compelling composer.
May 2026
A most recommendable collection.
August 2026
the musical material is all memorable and attractive and the work is compelling… The final Cantus II is serene. This is an excellent and most moving work… All three works are expertly delivered by the Latvian Radio Choir… The performances and recordings are all good
