Archbishop’s Home Concert

The Archbishop of Finland opens the doors to his home to the public again as part of the Turku Music Festival!

Franz Schubert and Oscar Wilde are important figures in their respective fields. As artists, they were united by their ability to reflect on the past and seek inspiration from the masters who preceded them, while at the same time being pioneers of their time.

Whether it was a stirring melody, a Viennese classical simplicity or a romantic treatment of harmony, Schubert had a knack for painting landscapes, telling stories and creating characters with mere melodies.

Wilde, on the other hand, concealed humour and social criticism in recognisable and easily identifiable characters, creating evocative and moving stories.

Now, at the Turku Music Festival, in his latest composition, Gabriel Kivivuori Sereno, winner of multiple song and composition competitions, brings together these two masters, who are similar in many ways. The body of the work is based on Schubert’s Op. 90’s 4 Impromptus, which are shaped into a common story by songs composed by Kivivuori Sereno. The lyrics to these songs were found in Wilde’s largely forgotten poems.

In this rare evening, Kivivuori Sereno takes the stage in a triple role, letting the music flow from his heart – as composer, pianist and singer. Come and surrender yourself to the music and Gabriel.

Please note that, exceptionally, doors will open half an hour before the concert.