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Angelou's Palanga Concert Features Unique Collaboration and Live Filming Challenge
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Angelou's Palanga Concert Features Unique Collaboration and Live Filming Challenge

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Angelou performed an acoustic concert in Palanga as part of the "Palanga Evenings in the Park" series.
  • This concert marked the first time Angelou performed with pianist Benas Kukenys and vocalists Milฤ—ja and Dลพesika in this specific acoustic setup.
  • The performance was filmed live, adding an element of pressure as there were no retakes, but Angelou felt supported by her fellow musicians.

Singer Angelou delivered a captivating acoustic performance in Palanga, Lithuania, as the third event in the "Palanga Evenings in the Park" summer concert series. The artist was joined on stage by pianist Benas Kukenys and vocalists Milฤ—ja and Dลพesika, creating a unique ensemble for the evening.

We've been playing acoustic concerts with Ben since 2022, and Milฤ—ja and Dลพesika and I have been working together for half a year, but it's the first time all of us have been on stage together for an acoustic concert.

โ€” AngelouDescribing the unique ensemble for her Palanga concert.

Angelou shared that while she has collaborated with each musician individually, this was their first time performing together as this specific acoustic quartet. "We've been playing acoustic concerts with Ben since 2022, and Milฤ—ja and Dลพesika and I have been working together for half a year, but it's the first time all of us have been on stage together for an acoustic concert," Angelou explained. She expressed her confidence and comfort with the larger group, hoping this collaboration would continue.

The concert held special significance for Angelou, who hails from Klaipฤ—da and has fond memories of spending time in Palanga. "I feel similar to Palanga as I do in Klaipฤ—da, because when I lived there, I spent a lot of time here too. So, undoubtedly, there's a feeling of being close to home, and it's always good to perform by the seaside," she shared after the performance.

I feel similar to Palanga as I do in Klaipฤ—da, because when I lived there, I spent a lot of time here too. So, undoubtedly, there's a feeling of being close to home, and it's always good to perform by the seaside.

โ€” AngelouReflecting on her connection to Palanga and performing there.

Adding an extra layer of challenge and excitement, the concert was filmed live, meaning every note and lyric had to be perfect on the first take. "The fact that you know the performance is being filmed and everything has to go right on one try adds even more excitement," Angelou admitted. Despite the pressure, she felt reassured by the presence of her fellow musicians, which allowed her to perform more freely than she anticipated.

The fact that you know the performance is being filmed and everything has to go right on one try adds even more excitement.

โ€” AngelouDiscussing the pressure of performing a live-filmed concert.

The "Palanga Evenings in the Park" series is supported by partners like "CBet," which aims to foster cultural initiatives and live music events. A representative from "CBet" noted that supporting such events provides an excellent opportunity to connect with people, share positive emotions, and create memorable summer moments.

But I had strong support on stage, so I felt freer and more comfortable than I expected in such a situation.

โ€” AngelouExpressing how her fellow musicians helped her during the filmed performance.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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