Tel: +44 208 772 6446
“It was brilliant and everything I expected from a tour and more. Jonathan was brilliant. He was always patient with me and nothing seemed to...”
Cath Danswan, Swindon Choral Society, Wiltshire
“Lovely venues, lovely audiences, comfortable accommodation. Alahree was very prompt and efficient with her responses and understood our needs well.”
Gill Chapman, Cecilia Singers, Berkshire
Riga is experiencing a new Renaissance as the capital of Latvia with large-scale restoration of many of its old buildings making it one of the most attractive cities in Europe. It also has one of the largest collections of Jugendstil (German Art Nouveau) architecture in the world. When not performing, there is plenty see in Riga’s picturesque old town district, including the famous Dome Cathedral.
Perform in two of the city’s historic churches in the old town: St. Peter’s Church which has a capacity of 400; and the Riga Dome, with a capacity of many hundreds.
Day 1
Arrive in Riga, welcome by the local guide at the airport. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 2
After breakfast, a three-hour excursion through Riga visiting the old town, surrounded by a water channel, with the famous Dome cathedral, St. John and St. Peter churches, the Freedom Monument, National Opera, Parliament, Castle, the cosy spacious squares and remarkable Art Nouveau district. Free time for shopping. In the afternoon, preparation time for the evening concert in Riga.
Day 3
After breakfast, enjoy a morning guided bike ride in Riga or a canal cruise. Lunch in Sigulda. Visit to the 13th century Turaida Castle, built under the order of Teutonic knight and Riga‘s bishop. In the afternoon, preparation time for the evening concert in Sigulda. Return to Riga for dinner.
Day 4
After breakfast, free time. Departure for transfer to Riga airport.
* If you are a different ensemble type, please ask us for a sample itinerary.
A friendly modern hotel with comfortable Baltic-style rooms, internet café, and bar. There are direct flights from the UK to Riga from London, Stansted, Leeds Bradford & Luton.
We accept any group as long as they are used to performing together as an ensemble, even if only to their fellow students and parents. We always ask for a recent recording of your group and we have range of venues on offer that will welcome beginner groups as well as experienced ensembles.
As there is sometimes a significant time difference between us and you, email may be the best way to keep in touch with us. Alternatively, our office opening hours are 0800-1730 (GMT) should you wish to talk to us. Our phone number is +44 20 8772 6446.
We understand that when you go on a music tour where you stay is really important. All hotels and hostels we use are suitable for music ensembles with many offering rehearsal space and instrument storage. Rooms generally en-suite.
“Lovely venues, lovely audiences, comfortable accommodation. Alahree was very prompt and efficient with her responses and understood our needs well.”
Gill Chapman, Cecilia Singers, Berkshire
“It was brilliant and everything I expected from a tour and more. Jonathan was brilliant. He was always patient with me and nothing seemed to...”
Cath Danswan, Swindon Choral Society, Wiltshire