“Lightkeeper” Album OUT NOW

I am very happy to let you know that my third studio album “Lightkeeper” is out now and available on both – digital streaming platforms and on gorgeous transparent magenta vinyl.

It is a deeply personal and emotional piece of work, in which piano compositions intertwine with the timbre-rich sound of a string quartet and subtle touches of ambient and electronic music.

Lightkeeper is the most honest thing I’ve written. It comes from the constant struggle between being a mother and being an artist. I love composing more than I can explain — it’s where I feel most alive — but my children will always be my first priority. That means my dream of fully dedicating myself to music often has to wait. Some days it feels like I’m standing on a shore, watching that dream drift farther away, knowing I can’t chase it without letting go of something even more precious.

The compositions from the new album were created during my various creative get-aways to the Latvian nature. I produced them in my home studio, but both Latvian and foreign specialists were invited for post-processing – Pauls Dāvis Megi mixed the four tracks that features strings, Martyn Heyne at Lichte Studio in Berlin mastered the whole album. The String Quartet NŌNA participated in the recording, and the album artwork was created by the talented Latvian artist Linda Valere. I am so thankful to each and every one who participated in the creation of this beauty. And to all of you who already purchased or listened to it!

The album is available on limited edition vinyl record, and its magenta colour honestly blew me away!

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KULDĪGA PIANO

I also wanted to reflect a little on my recent concert within the scope of “Kuldīga Piano 2025” which took place in September 13th, right on my birthday this year. I was genuinely taken aback — in the best possible way — by how many people showed up at the venue. I must admit, the sight of such a big crowd sent a little jolt of panic through me. I’m not exactly used to playing for that many faces at once! My hands were trembling so much I briefly wondered if the piano keys might start shaking in sympathy. Thankfully, I wasn’t alone on stage. I had the wonderful company of two brilliant musicians from the Nona String Quartet, whose presence (and calmness) grounded me more than they probably realise. The final piece of the concert was from my new album Lightkeeper. As I played it, something shifted — the nerves melted into pure emotion. By the time I struck the last chord, I was flooded with happiness and gratitude. Everything had gone well; I had truly felt the music. And when the applause filled the room, it all hit me at once — the joy, the relief, the disbelief — and yes, I cried. Tears of happiness, of course.

I want to save this Latvian news story about the festival here for me.