One of Georgia’s legendary vocal ensembles is coming to the Elbphilharmonie for the first time: the Shavnabada Choir from Tbilisi. Under the baton of David Tsintsadze, the ensemble unfolds the full power and delicacy of Georgian polyphonic singing, recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage: complex melismatic chants, lyrical songs, the breathtaking Guruli yodelling style »Krimanchuli«, Christian and pre-Christian hymns, accompanied by the sound of centuries-old instruments. Joining them on stage as guests: Liza Bagrationi, one of Georgia’s most beloved voices, and Nato Metonidze, star of the Georgian Estrada. An evening of raw power and grace.
PERFORMERS
Shavnabada choir
Liza Bagrationi vocals
Nato Metonidze vocals
David Tsintsadze director
