Concerts

Paliesius Manor will host a remarkable concert by two prominent Lithuanian artists: saxophone grandmaster Petras Vyšniauskas and pianist Aleksandra Žvirblytė. Two worlds: the classical and the art of improvisation. Emerging from these distinct realms, two vibrant personalities play and provoke, forging a new alloy. New music is born—unique and unexpectedly organic....

Extraordinary news awaits at Paliesius Manor! We are hosting the first international piano music festival, the EuroLiszt Festival, this time exploring the theme: "Gypsy or Franciscan?". The festival is dedicated to Ferenc Liszt—one of the most prominent creators and personalities in European musical history. Throughout the festival, Liszt will be revealed as a European humanist, a modernist, and a cultural mediator—not merely a composer or an icon of pianism, but a figure who, throughout his...

Paliesius Manor welcomes three artists to present the concert program "Richard's Women." They will perform the music of German innovators Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss, who composed during the Romantic and early Modernist periods. These well-known works, performed for the first time in Lithuania, will reveal a portrait of women through the stylistic methods of these eras. The program features opera excerpts, chamber music masterpieces, and works for violin and piano filled with virtuosity, ...

The concept of the concert is to create an artistic dialogue between different cultures, geographical spaces, and musical traditions. Paliesius Manor will resonate with classical and contemporary European music, alongside the work of a Costa Rican composer. A special highlight of the evening will be the piece "Tylos haiku" by Costa Rican composer Marvin Camacho, performed by Ala Bendoraitienė (piano), Augustas Vasiliauskas (saxophone), and Deividas Staponkus (baritone). ...

We invite you to discover "Musical Horizons" — two talented artists of the younger generation, studying at the Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna, will reveal their exceptional musical taste to the Paliesius Manor audience. Violinist Ugnė Katinskaitė and pianist Elžbieta Liepa Dvarionaitė are winners of prestigious competitions who collaborate with some of the world's most renowned musicians—acclaimed, recognized, and highly sought after. They never cease to amaze with their...

We welcome jazz fans to Paliesius Manor—come hear Lithuanian saxophonist Kęstutis Vaiginis, Finnish pianist Joonas Haavisto, and their debut album "Moon Bridge"! This world-renowned saxophone and piano duo presents a unique, compelling sound, blending serene melodies with virtuosic improvisation. Their music is inspired by Nordic harmonies and Baltic melancholy, lending it a special atmosphere and emotional depth. Having played together for over 15 years, the musicians have forged a strong mu...

On the last Saturday of autumn, we invite you to remember the eminent composer Faustas Latėnas! Among his many works, the composer wrote music for more than 200 theatrical productions, and won the Lithuanian National Prize along with numerous other awards. This concert is dedicated to him by five talented musicians: internationally acclaimed pianist Vytis Šakūras and one of Lithuania's most prominent chamber music ensembles, the Mettis string quartet....

On December 5, an opera superstar returns to Paliesius Manor with a magnificent program! Simone Kermes, a coloratura soprano possessing an extraordinary vocal timbre, will perform this time alongside the Italian theorbo player Gianluca Geremia. Simone Kermes is internationally recognized for her unique stage charisma, expressiveness, and extraordinary virtuosity. Her artistry is best revealed through her concert repertoire, with which she successfully tours across the globe....

We invite you to spend the first Sunday of December in a festive spirit! Two young talents, Danish pianist Jason Lee Reks Jacobsen and Lithuanian violinist Dovydas Čiplys, will present a cozy afternoon filled with enchanting music....

Midway through Advent, as one of the year’s most beautiful holidays draws near, we invite you to spend an afternoon with pianist Hélène Papadopoulos and the extraordinary music of J. S. Bach. Exploring some of the composer’s most revered works, the program invites listeners to journey inward to a space of spiritual contemplation. From the dynamic energy of the toccatas to the profound depths of the piano-transcribed „Chaconne“ and the introspective „Duetti“, each piece touches upon...

A journey through the labyrinths of early music at Paliesius Manor! The renowned Paolo Pandolfo will perform on the viola da gamba, Andrea Buccarella on the harpsichord, and Thomas Boysen on the lute and Baroque guitar. The program features the music of Marin Marais, distinguished by its incredible visual power and narrative labyrinths. Among the pieces is the famous "Le Labyrinthe," a rare example of an "enharmonic labyrinth" that encompasses every possible key. In eighteenth-century chronicles...

Just before the coziest holidays of the year, we invite you to a special concert by soloists Viktorija Zeilikovičiutė and Eugenijus Chrebtovas—an intertwining of the world's most magnificent musical theater pieces, emotions, and stories known to millions of listeners! A journey through time and different worlds awaits the audience: from the mysterious undergrounds of Paris to stages brimming with dreams, where love, hope, and the fight for destiny are born. You will hear excerpts from legend...

Let us bid farewell to the old year and welcome the New Year in the unique atmosphere of Paliesius Manor: elegantly, cozily, and accompanied by music. This evening, the manor will overflow with festive cheer, exceptional flavors, music, and surprises. Guests will be treated to a night where live music, magic, holiday tastes, and unforgettable moments beautifully intertwine. The centerpiece of the evening is a concert by Mantas Jankavičius, „Prieš naują pradžią“....

We invite you to spend a January afternoon with cabaret songs! At Paliesius Manor, Viktoras Gerulaitis will present a concert featuring soprano Jūratė Rudžianskaitė and pianist Eglė Perkumaitė, who will masterfully perform cabaret songs by William Bolcom and Arnold Weinstein.In Western culture, the cabaret song is a fairly widespread genre of popular music. While jazz and poetry had long resonated in bars, this was not yet cabaret. In taverns and street theaters, musical plays were craft...

"My music lives in silence," composer Morton Feldman once said. We invite you to discover his work on January 30 at Paliesius Manor—through both sound and image. Morton Feldman’s piece "Patterns in a Chromatic Field" ("Raštai spalvų lauke", 1981) is one of the artist's most significant late works, composed for cello and piano. Spanning approximately 90 minutes, the composition is woven from subtle, slowly shifting sonic patterns whose repetitions are never identical. Feldman's creative pri...

We invite you on a musical journey across old Europe! For the program "Senosios Europos tautų melodijos", singer Renata Dubinskaitė has gathered the most beautiful melodies of the Spanish, Portuguese, Sephardic (Spanish Jews), French, Italian, Romanian, Bulgarian, Ukrainian, Lithuanian, German, Norwegian, English, Irish, and other nations—folk songs or works by unknown authors that remain close to the spirit of folk music. The concert will begin with the oldest surviving melody, carved into ...

We invite you to meet the young talent Povilas Norkūnas, who won the X International Stasys Vainiūnas Piano Competition! The pianist has prepared a special and versatile concert program for you. This evening's program stands out with an exceptionally wide spectrum of states, where intimate, personal introspection will interact with extroverted, sometimes even elemental expression. The romantic miniatures of M. K. Čiurlionis, revealing a landscape, the sacred chorale by J. S. Bach, and the phi...

We invite you to travel to Paris through music! Three talented musicians will perform the works of three brilliant composers. Paris became a fateful turning point in Astor Piazzolla's creative journey—here, while studying with Nadia Boulanger, he discovered his unique musical voice. A sense of French harmony and polyphony became an inseparable part of "tango nuevo." Parisian modernism, the colors of impressionism, and the pulse of dance—this is the musical world of Maurice Ravel. This aesthe...

On March 13th, we await all jazz fans at Paliesius Manor! The concert will be presented by three jazz greats: saxophonist Petras Vyšniauskas, pianist Tomas Kutavičius, and percussionist Arkadijus Gotesmanas....

At Paliesius Manor, we invite you to hear the 'Naghash Ensemble'! Mysterious music will be performed, created for the ensemble by Armenian-American composer John Hodian, based on the sacred texts of medieval Armenian poet and priest Mkrtich Naghash – it will combine the earthly spirituality of Armenian folk songs, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism, and the energy of jazz and rock....

Latvian pianist Andrejs Osokins will present a concert program 'Piano Music Masterpieces Through the Centuries'. It is a conceptual dialogue between two powerful worlds: the foundations of Western European classical music and the deep spirituality of the Baltic cultural space. The program will feature compositions by great German music masters – Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms. Their works embody the monumentality of classical music, from Bach's sacred orderlin...

Martín García García—one of the most gifted pianists of our time—returns to Paliesius Manor! Martín García García (born in 1996 in Gijón) is an acclaimed Spanish pianist who has captivated audiences on many of the most prestigious stages across Europe, America, and Asia. Praised by such distinguished figures as V. Krainev, D. Alexeev, A. Volodos, D. Bashkirov, J. Achúcarro, and T. Copeland (S. Rachmaninoff’s niece), his artistic mastery rises unceasingly to new heights. His impress...

At Paliesius Manor – eight cellos, one pianist, the hypnotic, pulsating music of Philip Glass, and two works by Lithuanian composers associated with the minimalist tradition. The axis of the program is the suite "Dracula" by American composer Philip Glass, arranged for cello octet and piano. In this concert, "Cello Club" will perform in this formation for the first time – the ensemble, which has grown to an octet, will play together with pianist Indrė Baikštytė. This version for cello oct...

As spring slowly gives way to summer, nature fills with life, light, and anticipation. This time of year is special—alive with preparation for the approaching summer festivities. But how was it in the past? The "Virsmas" program invites you on a musical journey along the wheel of the year, to remember the ancient Lithuanian worldview, the bond between humanity and nature, and to listen closely to the wisdom encoded in folk songs. You will hear Lithuanian folk songs, along with tales of the mea...

We invite you to listen to two great masters of music—Schumann and Brahms! This dialogue between two Romantics is brought to you by the talented Lithuanian pianist Daumantas Kirilauskas. Daumantas Kirilauskas has performed across Europe, the US, and Iran. He has performed with all Lithuanian orchestras, as well as with Latvia's Sinfonietta Riga, Finland's Lappeenranta City Orchestra, and the Kremerata Baltica Soloists. He is a participant in numerous festivals and a regular guest at the Thomas...

Paliesius Manor welcomes two exceptional world-renowned artists! Vocalist and composer Simin Tander and bassist Björn Meyer will take the stage. These two prominent figures of the international jazz and world music scene will engage in an intimate dialogue between voice and bass guitar. The concert will weave together tradition, improvisation, and a contemporary sound. The duo will perform a striking program drawn from Simin Tander's latest, internationally acclaimed album, "The Wind" (Jazzland...

The wonderful pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason will perform in the Baltic States for the very first time—at Paliesius Manor! Jeneba Kanneh-Mason captivates audiences with her "maturity in performance and interpretation" ("Fraser"). She made her international debut at the BBC Proms performing Florence Price's concerto—the press noted that the pianist "demonstrated musical insight, technical mastery, and an engaging stage persona" ("Music OMH"). This work was later recorded with the Chineke! ensemb...

We invite you to the concert "Ideal Hope: Between War and Peace," presented by tenor Donato Ravini and pianist Lina Giedraitytė. Every soul is a traveler in search of itself. This concert by Donato Ravini is an intimate journey through the landscapes of the soul: from the passionate streets of Naples and mysterious Roman nights to the nostalgic horizons of Buenos Aires and the sacred silence of the Baltic forests. The program "Ideal Hope: Between War and Peace" speaks not of geopolitical confli...

Pianists Augustė and Ieva Petkūnaitė will gift the listeners of Paliesius Manor a magnificent piano duo program, "Magic for Four Hands"! The sisters will play four hands at a single piano, revealing the possibilities of musical performance as a pair—a genre that holds a special place in their hearts. The pianists have carefully selected four works for piano four hands that unfold the rich and varied musical possibilities of two artists making music at one instrument. Arriving from Salzburg,...

Paskutinę July dieną į Paliesiaus dvarą sugrįžta talentingoji pianistė Golda Vainberg-Tatz, koncertuojanti visame pasaulyje ir pelniusi daugybę apdovanojimų! Pianistė publikai dovanos programą „Laiko atspindžiai“. „Pianistė, pasižyminti nuostabiai tvirtu ir skaidriu prisilietimu“ („The New York Times“), „žavinti interpretatorė“ („Tagblatt“, Vokietija), „menininkė, išsiskirianti muzikiniu gilumu ir virtuoziškumu“ („The Times Argus“, JAV) – taip ...

The concert hall at Paliesius Manor will be awash in Scandinavian jazz. We invite you to hear the Tord Gustavsen Trio and their newest album, "Seeing"! Norwegian pianist and composer T. Gustavsen, alongside his trio, quartet, and alternative ensembles, tours extensively across the US, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, the Benelux countries, and his native Norway. He has appeared at major festivals in various other countries across multiple continents and has earned numerous critics' awards....

What melodies echoed through the Palace of Versailles when music was inseparable from its lavish court life, theater, dancing, and the daily rituals of the royal estate? On August 28, French harpsichordist Olivier Baumont, one of France's most prominent early music performers and researchers, invites you to step into this world at Paliesius Manor. The program will transport listeners to 17th- and 18th-century France—a time when the harpsichord was one of the most prominent instruments of court...

The concert is dedicated to commemorate the 75th anniversary of accordionist Gennady Savkov. We invite you to an exclusive musical evening, during which two talented performers with many years of experience, laureates of various competitions – accordionist Genadijus Savkovas and pianist Sergejus Okruško – will delight with their mastery. The program, encompassing works of the most diverse genres, has been prepared specifically for these tours, as you will not often hear a versatile accordio...

The music of Hugo Kauder will fill Paliesius Manor—a composer in whose work the musical traditions of Vienna, the historical ruptures of the 20th century, and a deep regard for early music all converge. During the concert, American musicians Karen Bentley Pollick and Daniel Glover will present Kauder’s chamber works, revealing his ability to weave a traditional musical language into a highly individual, distinctive sound....