From Classical to Pop Music for Grades 1–6: Snow Stories – Jūrmala, December 10, 2026

From Classical to Pop Music for Grades 1–6: Snow Stories – Jūrmala, December 10, 2026

On December 10, 2026, the concert “From Classical to Pop Music for Grades 1–6: Snow Stories” will take place in the Small Hall of Dzintari Concert Hall. The concert starts at 10:00 a.m. It is intended for students in Grades 1–6. The winter-themed programme will feature excerpts from classical music, original Latvian songs and familiar Christmas melodies. The audience will hear excerpts from music by Pyotr Tchaikovsky and Sergei Prokofiev. The concert will feature soloist and host Daumants Kalniņš. The Rīga Orchestra, conducted by Valdis Butāns, will perform. Students will be invited to sing along to winter songs. Creative games and activities will also take place. The concert’s stories will weave together themes of snow, music and anticipation of the festive season. It is an opportunity to discover music from different genres through an active, child-friendly concert experience. The concert lasts one hour.

What to Expect at the Event

“Snow Stories” will combine classical excerpts with Latvian songs and Christmas melodies. Daumants Kalniņš will host the concert and perform as a soloist, while the Rīga Orchestra, conducted by Valdis Butāns, will perform instrumental works. Students will be able to take part in group singing, games and creative activities.

Venue and Time

The concert will take place on December 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Small Hall of Dzintari Concert Hall, 1 Turaidas Street, Jūrmala. The planned duration is one hour.

Tickets

The ticket price is EUR 13.00.

Important Information for Visitors

• The event is intended for students in Grades 1–6.
• Dzintari Concert Hall has lifts and a ramp available for visitors with reduced mobility.
• The concert hall is also accessible to visitors using wheelchairs.

Why Attend

The concert offers an engaging way to discover classical and popular music in a festive winter atmosphere. Singing along and creative participation make the programme suitable for a shared visit by a class or school group.