The Opening Concert

The best of classical music and jazz in one concert!

Program

First half

Vivaldi: Four Seasons

Experience Vivaldi's beloved classic performed by the Dutch recorder virtuoso Erik Bosgraaf and the Oulu Baroque Musicians’ ensemble. The composition is complemented by a multimedia art piece created by the Dutch artists Paul and Menno de Nooijer, along with sound artist Jorrit Tamminga.

The integrated projection accompanying the classic piece is filled with visual poetry. At some points the images accord with the story behind Vivaldi's programme notes, at others they are inspired by free association. Sometimes the De Nooijers use live projection, on Bosgraaf’s body for instance. Between the concertos, the audience will hear improvisations from the recorder soloist and exciting electronic soundscapes that enhance the musical experience without distracting from Vivaldi's ingenious music.

-Intermission-

Second half

Lassy – Eskola: Nordic Stew LIVE

Renowned saxophonist Timo Lassy and trumpeter Jukka Eskola, both considered among the most significant musicians of their generation, join forces on a new album and live project titled "Nordic Stew."

Lassy and Eskola have been collaborating since the 1990s, but their first joint project has been a long time coming. In 2022, the friends finally realized their longstanding dream and traveled to New Orleans to record an entire album of their own music with local top musicians. The result is Nordic Stew, a blend of Lassy's and Eskola's musical experiences combined with a profound love for the birthplace of jazz.

For the album release tour, Lassy and Eskola are bringing in top-notch musicians from the diverse jazz scene of New Orleans.

Vivaldi – Four Seasons: 
Erik Bosgraaf (NL), recorder
Obo ensemble:
Laura Kangas, barokkiviulu
Johanna Leponiemi, barokkiviulu
Johanna Tuikka, barokkialttoviulu
Riina Salminen, barokkisello
Virve Räisänen, cembalo

Video: Paul de Nooijer, Menno de Nooijer (NL)
Äänet: Jorrit Tamminga (NL)

Lassy – Eskola: Nordic Stew LIVE: 
Timo Lassy, tenor sax
Jukka Eskola, trumpet
David Torkanowsky (USA), piano
Roland Guerin (USA), bass
Jason Marsalis (USA), drums
Miika Jämsä, tuba

Tickets

35 € normaali / 25 € eläkeläinen / 15 € alennusryhmät / S-etuhinta 30 €

Prices include handling fees. Ticketmaster's service fee will be added when purchasing from Ticketmaster's ticket outlets or online store. No handling fees at Valve's ticket office.

The Kaikukortti is accepted for the concert, but the number of seats is limited.

Cloakroom fee: 3 €

Ticket Sales Locations

Ticketmaster Finland nationwide.
Madetoja Hall ticket shop, Leevi Madetojan katu 1-3.
Cultural Centre Valve ticket office, Hallituskatu 7.
At the door one hour before the concert.

Accessibility

The facilities on the 1st floor of the Music Center are accessible. There are accessible pathways to the lobby areas, halls, and restaurant. An accessible restroom for people with mobility impairments is available in the lobby of Madetoja Hall, on the left side of the cloakroom area. For more information, visit Oulu Music Centre website at www.oulunmusiikkikeskus.fi.

The organizer reserves the right to make changes.