DiasporaPublished: 10 July 2026 at 09:36

Diaspora Choirs Arrive in Latvia for Concert 'To My Homeland'

Latvians from the diaspora have arrived in Latvia from around the world to take part in a concert featuring songs by Raimonds Pauls, titled 'To My Homeland'.

Latvians living in the diaspora have come to Latvia from various parts of the world to participate in the choral concert 'Manai dzimtenei' ('To My Homeland'). Participants explain that when it comes to singing songs by Raimonds Pauls, one simply cannot refuse. The concert will bring together diaspora choirs performing works by the renowned Latvian composer. This event serves as an important bridge between Latvians abroad and their homeland.

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