24 Dainas is more than a piano recording — it is a journey through Latvian landscapes, memories, and traditions. Inspired by folklore and history, Jānis Mediņš’s music captures both intimacy and grandeur: at times calm as pine forests, at times stormy as the Baltic Sea.

Written over four decades, the 24 pieces form a musical diary — tender dedications, lyrical reflections, and powerful emotions woven into sound. They reveal not only the composer’s artistry but also his profound bond with Latvian culture and identity.

As a Latvian pianist, performing this cycle is deeply personal: each Daina resonates with heritage, history, and human experience. This album invites listeners to step into that world — where music becomes memory, tradition, and light.