Composer, pianist, and arranger Uldis Marhilevičs and journalist Jānis Šipkēvics seniors will launch a new conversation series about music and life on November 4 at 7:00 PM at the Liepāja cultural venue “Pegaza Pagalms”, according to Viktorija Gaiķe. The event series takes inspiration from “Ārpus kadra” conversations about cinema and life with actors and directors, turning its focus toward prominent Latvian songwriters whose compositions have shaped cultural experiences across multiple generations.
Musical Roots and Collaboration in Liepāja
Uldis Marhilevičs serves as the guest for the opening evening, bringing a creative portfolio deeply tied to Liepāja’s musical identity, as reported by Viktorija Gaiķe. According to biographical details, Marhilevičs has performed with bands including “Liepājas brāļi”, “Inversija”, “Opus”, and “Remix”, taken part in performances of the rock opera “Lāčplēsis”, and collaborated with Latvian artists such as Mirdza Zīvere, Olga Rajecka, Igo, and Ainars Mielavs. His compositions feature classics like “Lūgums” with lyrics by Ārija Elksne and the “Liepājas brāļu” and “Bildes” festival anthem “Tikai tā” with lyrics by Guntars Račs. His personal connection to Liepāja shaped his early musical impressions and experimental path, eventually inspiring the song cycle “Ezers. Jūra. Liepāja” with lyrics by Guntars Račs for the “Personas kods: Liepāja” concert production celebrating the city’s 400th anniversary.
Journalist Jānis Šipkēvics seniors Leads the Dialogue
Radio SWH and Radio SWH TV co-founder and manager, “Labvakar” journalist, and author Jānis Šipkēvics seniors will host this opening event and subsequent evenings in the series, according to Viktorija Gaiķe. Šipkēvics brings over 30 years of experience hosting the program “Ar dziesmu par dzīvi”, where he interviews music personalities from Latvia and abroad. Much like Marhilevičs, Šipkēvics spent his youth in Liepāja, building a personal history in the city that adds shared regional context to the stage conversation.
From First Musical Impulse to Soundtracks of Daily Life
The conversation series explores songs not merely as finished products, but as cultural forces influenced by historical eras, personal choices, and creative searches, according to Viktorija Gaiķe. Tickets for the opening event with Marhilevičs and Šipkēvics are available through Biļešu Paradīze box offices and online platforms. The event receives financial backing from the Liepāja Culture Department project competition. Alongside these talks, “Pegaza Pagalms” hosts a broad calendar of year-round cultural events in central Liepāja.
Did you know?
Uldis Marhilevičs and Guntars Račs collaborated on the music for the “Personas kods: Liepāja” concert production, which honored the city’s 400th anniversary.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where does the conversation series take place?
According to Viktorija Gaiķe, the first event opens on November 4 at 7:00 PM at the Liepāja cultural venue “Pegaza Pagalms”.
Who are the featured guests for the opening night?
Composer Uldis Marhilevičs joins host Jānis Šipkēvics seniors for the inaugural evening of music and life discussions.
Where can tickets be purchased?
Tickets are available at Biļešu Paradīze ticket counters and online.