Latvian Composer Andris Dzenītis Releases New Essay Collection “Es esmu, manis nav”
The Latvian publishing house “Neputns” has released a new collection of essays by composer Andris Dzenītis, titled “Es esmu, manis nav” (I am, I am not). The book features a design by Klāvs Priedītis, and was edited by Raimonds Ķirķis.
Exploring the Intersection of Music and Words
Raimonds Ķirķis, the editor of the book, highlights Dzenītis’s unique ability to translate his musical sensibility into written form. Ķirķis notes that Dzenītis’s talent “can be unleashed in unexpected ways,” and that his background in journalism informs his “cultivated style and engaging” writing. Source
The essays explore a range of themes, from the intricacies of human consciousness to cultural-historical observations and personal reflections. Ķirķis emphasizes Dzenītis’s skill in establishing a “dialogical relationship with the reader,” inviting engagement and contemplation. Source
A Lifelong Pursuit of Interdisciplinary Expression
Andris Dzenītis has dedicated over 40 years to composing music, but has consistently sought connections between sound and other art forms, including words, colors, and various visual expressions. He views these explorations not as professional ambitions, but as essential complements to his musical work. For Dzenītis, writing serves as a form of self-therapy, a personal diary, and a means of organizing memories and emotions. Source
About Andris Dzenītis
Andris Dzenītis is a Latvian composer who has been creating music for over four decades. He actively seeks connections between his musical work and other forms of expression. Source
About Raimonds Ķirķis
Raimonds Ķirķis (born November 7, 1997, in Riga) is a Latvian poet and literary critic. He has been publishing poetry since 2015 and served as the editor of the literary journal “Žoklis” from 2017 to 2023. His poetry collection “Kartes” (Maps) received the Poetry Days Award in 2020. Source
About Neputns Publishing
Izdevniecība “Neputns” (Neputns Publishing) publishes art books, poetry collections, essays, and cultural history research, known for their excellent design and print quality. Source