CulturePublished: 24 June 2026 at 17:36

Latvian organist Una Cintine: Amsterdam allowed me to hear myself

In an interview, Latvian organist Una Cintine talks about living in Amsterdam and returning to perform at Riga Dome Cathedral.

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Latvian organist Una Cintine, who now resides in Amsterdam, reveals that the city has allowed her to hear herself. In an interview with Inga Zhilinska, the artist emphasizes that although she has a home in Amsterdam, she regularly returns to play at Riga Dome Cathedral.

Cintine acknowledges that Amsterdam has influenced her musical vision. Moving to the Dutch capital enabled her to understand and experience music in a new way.

Despite living abroad, Riga Dome remains a significant place in her life. She continues to perform at this historic concert hall, maintaining her connection with Latvia.

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