Estimated duration
1 h 30 min., no intermission
Organizer
Wintour Group International
Jakub Józef Orliński in Helsinki for the first time!
Polish opera singer and world-renowned countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński is a true star of both the European and international music scene. His virtuoso performance of Baroque music has captivated audiences in the most prestigious concert halls worldwide. The New York Times praises Orliński for his “unique combination of vocal beauty, tonal unity, and remarkable brilliance throughout his entire range.” The Telegraph named him one of the top stars of the 2018-2019 season, placing him alongside Jonas Kaufmann, Elīna Garanča, and Marianne Crebassa.
Orliński has won three OPUS Klassik awards, been nominated for a GRAMMY, and received the prestigious International Opera Awards 2021 in the Solo Album category (alongside Maxim Emelyanychev and his orchestra Il Pomo d’Oro).
Now, audiences in Helsinki have a unique opportunity to witness this extraordinary artist live!
Concert in Helsinki: Rock and Baroque in One SoundOn this special evening, Orliński will present a unique program that reinterprets Baroque music in a contemporary light. Accompanied by piano, bass guitar, and drums, he will perform arias by Monteverdi, Purcell, and Handel in original arrangements. This concert is part of the large-scale #LetsBaRock tour, which will visit eight European cities this fall.
The #LetsBaRock project, created in collaboration with outstanding pianist and composer Aleksander Dębicz, breaks stereotypes about Baroque music, making it more accessible and engaging for modern audiences. The musicians have crafted vibrant covers of Baroque masterpieces, blending them with elements of pop music, while also featuring three original compositions by Dębicz.
To create the unique sound of “New Baroque”, renowned Polish musicians Marcin Ułanowski (drums) and Wojciech Gumiński (bass guitar) joined the project. The program was recorded at the legendary Church Studios in London, where the artists developed a distinctive style that merges tradition with modernity.
This concert promises to be a spectacular event for music lovers. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque reimagined, together with Jakub Józef Orliński and the #LetsBaRock project!
Tickets to Musiikkitalo concerts and other events are available to purchase on our website, by telephone and at our physical box office.
Book tickets for 10–20 or more people is by contacting group sales service by email at ryhmat@musiikkitalo.fi or by telephone on 0600 411 101 (Monday to Friday, 9:00–15:00).
How about a cup of coffee, a bite to eat or a glass of bubbly during the interval? Order your drinks in advance to beat the queues and make the most of your concert visit.
Our location could not be more central or easier to get to. Almost all forms of Helsinki public transport stop right outside our doors, cycle parking is provided at all our entrances, and Aimo Park Finlandia, our nearest multi-storey car park, offers lift access directly to our main foyer.
At Helsinki Music Centre we are proud to be an accessible and welcoming place for everyone. Tactile handrails and signage have been fitted across the building, and there are tactile indicator strips on the floor too to guide partially sighted and blind visitors. Induction loops are always available, and guide or companion dogs are of course permitted within the building.
Concert Hall
The route to your seat is always printed on your ticket. Check the door number to find out which entrance to take. The seating areas are marked with letters. There is level access to all wheelchair seats from the main entrances. Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with our venue – our staff are always on hand to help you find your seat.
Black Box, Camerata and Sonore
Use the row number printed on your ticket to find your seat. Wheelchair seats are situated on the same level as the entrance. Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with our venue – our staff area always on hand to help you find your seat.
Unallocated seating
Please choose your seat on the day.
Floor plans
You can view our floor plans before your visit.
Cloakroom
We ask you to leave your coat and any larger items in the cloakroom. The cloakroom is free of charge.
Latecomers
Latecomers will be asked to wait until a suitable break in the performance or admitted after the interval.
Photography
You are not permitted to record concert performances at Helsinki Music Centre. However, you may take photographs before and after the concert and during applause. Individual concert organisers may have their own, more detail guidance regarding recording and photography.
Dress code
We’re happy to say we have no dress code at Helsinki Music Centre, and we positively encourage you to come as you are. However, we would be grateful if you could avoid wearing strong perfume during your visit so that people with asthma and fragrance sensitivity can enjoy our concerts symptom free.
