It wasn’t just because she’s the only Albanian violinist of her kind, nor simply because she is the daughter of the great composer Limoz Dizdari, but because Alda Dizdari knows how to hold her audience in a space between memory, virtuosity, and music that speaks straight to the soul.
This was a truly special concert by a kind-hearted artist with courageous creativity.
On Monday, May 19, 2025, at The Welsh Chapel in London, the sounds of the violin intertwined beautifully with the delicate harmony of the harp, performed by violinist Alda Dizdari and harpist Camilla Pay.
This evening of music and storytelling was made possible with the generous support of the Embassy of the Republic of Albania in London, with the personal presence of H.E. Ambassador Uran Ferizi and members of the diplomatic corps.
Music That Breathes Memory and Emotion
Alda moved through the program like a butterfly tracing the paths of memory, emotion, and inspiration. With every note drawn from her violin, she invited the audience into a living painting, not merely a musical score, but a spiritual journey for the ears and heart alike.
Between the music, Alda shared moments of reflection with her warm and joyful presence, reminding us how deeply life and music influence each other.
One of the most touching moments came as she recalled the painful weeks during the COVID-19 pandemic, when her father, the legendary Limoz Dizdari, lay in a coma. Her voice trembled as she spoke of the strength it took to hold on to hope, and the moment she played “Ave Maria” in gratitude and faith. In a departure from the traditional piano accompaniment, she reimagined it with harp, creating a deeply spiritual and unforgettable soundscape.
She spoke of the importance of friendship, pairing her words with carefully chosen musical selections. She remembered Paris as her “second homeland,” evoked through “Reverie”, and didn’t forget Romania and Budapest, where she spent time studying, surrounded by artists and voices of global cultural calibre.
A Tapestry of Cultures and the Echo of Home
Journeying with Alda through her concert felt like walking along a stream where music and heart merge. Even as she introduced harpist Camilla Pay, she jokingly added, “I think she’s half Albanian—she definitely has our fiery spirit when it comes to bold ideas and joyful challenges!”
The program itself was a celebration of harmony across cultures, blending works by composers from different countries, keeping the audience fully immersed.
The evening concluded with the music of her father, Limoz Dizdari, echoing in the minds of everyone present, taking us back to a time that was difficult economically, yet rich in artistic soul.
The music of our composers from that era nourished us in silence, in a time when words were often stifled. But music remained a universal language—like a hidden book tucked between the folds of a motherland’s coat—offering hope without noise.
And in this concert, Alda Dizdari passed that hope on to us again. Through her music, her story, and her spirit.
