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The well-known soloist admitted that he had chosen the most beautiful arias for the performance before the concert, he was assisted on stage by the Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra with conductor-teacher Modestas Pitrėnas. Edgar Montvid himself performed for the first time at this festival.
“We have been talking to the organizers for several years, but due to my concerts I still could not participate. This year the opportunity finally came. For the first time, I will perform not only in this festival, but also in the courtyard of the Palace of the Rulers” . People.lt previously told by E. Montvidas.
Edgar Montvidas concert at the Midsummer Vilnius festival / Photo by Paulius Peleckis “PEOPLE Photo”
Edgar admitted that he is happy to have the opportunity to give a concert, because Lithuania is one of the few European countries where concerts are allowed during a pandemic. It’s true, talking to People.lt the opera soloist also did not hide from the excitement of the concert.
“I always get excited before concerts. That means I am not indifferent and it is not the same as conducting a concert. Of course, when the audience sees my last name, there are probably many expectations that unite me. This time I will give a concert with him Excellent conductor Modestas Pitrėnas and the Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra. Glad to be in good hands. Oh, and the place is extraordinary, it has its own spirit, a sense of greatness, I think it will be great.
I had announced that this season would mark the twentieth anniversary of my work. I planned to review my roles, who will continue to be and who have already been. I will sing certain works for the first time, a special arrangement for them was created by Jievaras Jasinskis. There will be gifts for me and for the public, “he said.
Edgar Montvidas concert at the Midsummer Vilnius festival / Photo by Paulius Peleckis “PEOPLE Photo”
Edgar Montvidas concert at the Midsummer Vilnius festival / Photo by Paulius Peleckis “PEOPLE Photo”
E. Montvidas, who has been on tour around the world, admitted that he always feels loved and welcome while performing in Lithuania.
“There are many friends in Lithuania, people I know, family. I think I will see many familiar faces in the audience even now. And I try not to divide the audience, they are all important to me, maybe sometimes their mentality is different. I am Known in Lithuania, I feel welcome, loved and welcome here. But I try to sing equally well on all stages and I don’t give up on myself, “he said.
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