Vier Jahreszeiten mit Levickis

Accordionist Martynas Levickis with the Mikroorkéstra

Antonio Vivaldi, TheFour Seasons 
and other works byPiazzolla, Jenkins, and Bach

When Martynas Levickis takes the stage, the accordion is transformed into an instrument of boundless possibilities. The Lithuanian virtuoso, hailed by *The Independent* as an astonishing musical talent, turns every performance into an experience brimming with enthusiasm, color, and unbridled joy of playing. Accompanied by his string ensemble, he dedicates this evening to a classic that never ceases to surprise: Antonio Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons”—in a performance that is both vibrantly fresh and deeply felt.

Levickis sees his instrument as a magical box of tricks: with breathtaking technique, a sense for tonal nuances, and an imagination that reaches far beyond stylistic boundaries. What began as a child in the Lithuanian forests, imitating the wind and birdsong, led him via the Royal Academy of Music in London and the music scene in San Sebastián to an international career that now includes concert halls such as the Royal Albert Hall and the Elbphilharmonie. His numerous awards, including the OPUS KLASSIK 2023, underscore his extraordinary artistic signature. 

Together with his ensemble, Levickis sheds new light on Vivaldi’s musical landscapes. The seasons become narrative snapshots: at times transparent and airy, at others explosive and full of rhythmic tension. The accordion blends with the sound of the strings to form a richly colored whole, creating a sonic world that is both rooted in the Baroque and surprisingly contemporary.

As a performer, arranger, and visionary, Levickis builds bridges between tradition and the present. His love of folk music, his passion for Baroque structures, and his penchant for a pulsating modern drive also shape this concert.