20th anniversary of the Podlasie Opera and Philharmonic Choir

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Podlasie Opera and Philharmonic Choir with an unforgettable concert film that blends timeless classics with iconic film music. The performance will be led by the talented duo of Maciej Sztor as conductor and Violetta Bielecka preparing the choir, under the welcoming host Magda Miśka‑Jackowska and featuring the soaring vocals of Edyta Krzemień. Immerse yourself in an exquisite program that traverses a wide musical landscape: start with Samuel Barber’s “Agnus Dei” inspired by the gentle “Adagio for strings,” followed by Gustav Mahler’s “Im Abendrot” (adapted from the “Adagietto” of Symphony No. 5, arranged by C. Gottwald). Next, experience the cinematic heart of Harry Gregson‑Williams with “Path to Heaven” from *Kingdom of Heaven*, and Richard Harvey’s moving “Kyrie for the Magdalene” from *The Da Vinci Code*. The setlist continues with Johnny Klimek’s “Lost Love” from *Perfume*, Raymond Lefèvre’s “Salve Regina” from *The Gendarme and the Aliens*, and the haunting “To Know” by Zbigniew Preisner. The evening crescendos with Wojciech Kilar’s “Sanctus,” “Agnus Dei,” and “Gloria” from *The Last King*, followed by Howard Shore’s “The Knife in the Dark” from *The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring*. No audience will be left untouched as Zbigniew Preisner presents “Van den Budemayer – Concerto en mi mineur” from *The Double Life of Veronique*, and the epic themes of Harry Gregson‑Williams “Burning the Past” and “Battle of Kerak” reignite the screen’s passion from *Kingdom of Heaven*. The film concludes with John Williams’ triumphant “Music from Empire of the Sun,” Vangelis’ ethereal “Conques of Paradise,” Ennio Morricone’s “On Earth as It Is in Heaven” from *Mission*, Patrick Doyle’s stirring “Not for us, Lord” from *Henry V*, and the legendary “Duel of the Fates” by John Williams from *Star Wars: The Phantom Menace*. Don’t miss this monumental celebration – check details and tickets for the 20th anniversary performance today.