Riga Latvia
Riga on a summer’s evening. Smartly dressed concertgoers flock to the National Opera House, which crowns gardens in the heart of the Latvian capital. After a glass of champagne on the terrace, they head inside. The stage is framed by a golden proscenium arch and an abundance of greenery and white blooms. If this fairytale theatre embodies tradition, then its latest floral decor is a breath of fresh air.
Crammed onto the platform is the world-famous Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra (BRSO), conducted by Susanna Mälkki. They
