One more look at Vydūnas

Abstract

More than 70 years have passed since the death of the philosopher, writer and honorary doctor of VMU Vydūnas (1868–1953). Several scientific articles have been published on his works, his books have been reprinted, and conferences are regularly held to analyze the philosopher’s thoughts, which remain relevant today. Therefore, it is difficult to expect to find new sources, such as unpublished letters or memoirs, when everything seems to have been collected and systematized. However, sometimes it is possible to find important documents relating to Vydūnas in one archive or another one. This article discusses the relationship of the composer and musicologist Juozas Žilevičius (1891–1985) with the legendary thinker of Lithuania Minor, and presents the unknown memoirs of this musician, which provide an opportunity to gain a deeper insight into Vydūnas’ musical activities.