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Matti Salminen and friends

MATTI SALMINEN AND FRIENDS

26.08.2025 | 18:00

Turku Boatyard, Westin Hall

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Program

Matti Salminen, bass

Friends Ensemble
Riku Niemi, piano, vibraphone, director
Annimaria Rinne, song
Tero Saarti, trumpet, flugelhorn
Petri Krzywacki, guitarr
Kimmo Kola, accordion
Tuure Koski, double bass
Kepa Kettunen, drums

Tickets 45 | 40 | 38 €

Duration 2 h, 1 intermission

An evening of magnificent music

When Matti Salminen sings, the sound is not just sound – it is a story, a feeling, an experience. Now, in celebration of his 80th birthday, this giant of Finnish music invites you to a concert where you can enjoy music and life exactly as he experiences it: with a big heart, a twinkle in his eye and a deep respect for every kind of song.

Salminen is known the world over as the dark, imposing bass of opera, but his story began with the tango. This concert is a journey through the decades, laced with love and humour – an evening where tango meets opera, song meets life and music connects everything.

The evening will be led by an ensemble of friends of Matti Salminen, led by Riku Niemi. Salminen himself opens the doors to moments involving grand stages, stirring performances – and, of course, hilarious coincidences. The evening will be full of memories, music and, above all, a genuine presence and love of song.

Come along – the song begins, and the story continues.

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