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Schlagwerk event in Lübeck: Vivi Vassileva inspires the crowds!
Experience a fascinating percussion concert with Vivi Vassileva in Lübeck's Art Deco church, which combines sound art from recycling and intrigue.
Schlagwerk event in Lübeck: Vivi Vassileva inspires the crowds!
On July 9, 2025, around 450 music-loving visitors gathered in the white Art Deco church in St. Gertrud, Lübeck to attend a special percussion concert. The Bernstein-honored drummer Vivi Vassileva, 31 years old, captivated everyone present with her unique sounds. The stage set, equipped with impressive percussion, included marimbas, vibraphones, drums and even a black grand piano.
ln-online.dereports that the pianist Frank Dupree found an excellent partner at Vassileva's side on the piano. The two musicians presented a captivating performance in which experimental and classical elements combined to create a true sound experience.
Among the pieces played was the work “Halo” by John Psathas, which delved deeply into the theme of the expanding universe. With exotic instruments such as the piece “Lion’s Roar” and sounds that Vassileva created from empty PET bottles, she created a connection between art and environmental awareness. The third movement of the “Recycling Concerto” by Gregor A. Mayrhofer, which was created during the pandemic, was also impressive. Vassileva used disposable materials in her program, which amazed listeners more than once.ndr.dehighlights the creativity of Vassileva, who not only built a marimba out of old plastic bottles, but also converted pots and bicycle valves into sound instruments.
An evening full of diversity
The evening was not only an acoustic experience, but also a visual spectacle. The view from the back seats left a lot to be desired, but the music immediately captivated the audience. The color change from blue to red in the second half of the concert announced an exciting piece that captivated with fast-paced changes. Nine-year-old Nils, whose verdict was “pretty quick and good,” reflected the enthusiasm that was palpable throughout the evening.
Piano teacher Liana Ploschewski emphasized that percussion instruments are often solo instruments and working on a piece can take up to two years. This made experimenting with Péter Eötvös’ “Speaking Drums” all the more remarkable. Classic pieces such as “Jalousie” or Chick Corea’s “Spain” rounded off the program and ensured an unforgettable experience. The evening impression developed as the audience demanded jazzy encores and Dupree and Vassileva showed how excellently the percussion and piano can harmonize.
A sustainable trend
The ideas of upcycling and sound art, as also taken up by other artists such as Tobias Schirmer, are becoming increasingly important. Creating musical instruments from discarded materials is a powerful demonstration of how trash can be turned into art. Schirmer, who appears in the pop-up store at the Mozart Festival in Würzburg, also uses everyday objects to create new sounds and thus delights his audience. This movement is not only a sign of creativity, but also shows awareness of the environment.br.de
The event in Lübeck was not only a feast for the ears, but also provided impulses for a new awareness of recycling and environmental protection in music. Vivi Vassileva and her creative work show that art and sustainability can go hand in hand - an aspect that will resonate long after the concert.