Estonian Music & Art News

Estonian Composers’ Giant: The Life and Legacy of Arvo Pärt on His 90th Birthday

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As one of the most celebrated Estonian composers, Arvo Pärt turns 90 on 11 September 2025. His life’s work stretches over turbulent political eras, spiritual searching, radical stylistic change, and global acclaim. In this blog post we explore Pärt’s lifetime achievements, his place in Estonian and world music, and the many events marking this milestone

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Soshiant Unveils Tishtar: A Myth-Inspired Concept Album

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The Estonian record label Tunitemusic has announced the release of Tishtar, the latest concept album by Iranian composer and producer Soshiant. Blending ancient Persian mythology with contemporary sounds, Tishtar is a five-part musical journey that reimagines the Zoroastrian goddess of rain and prosperity as a symbol of hope for today’s world. A Meeting of Myth and

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Estonian Music & Art News – Week 4, August 2025

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Steve Aoki Electrifies Tallinn On August 22, American DJ and producer Steve Aoki performed at the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds. This concert marks his only appearance in the Baltics and Scandinavia this summer, showcasing his global appeal and Estonia’s growing draw for major international acts. Source: ERR Chamber Music Festival “Love Letters” Shines The XXI Tallinn

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Dante in Tallinn – Estonian Premiere of Divine Sonata

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On 5 September 2025 as part of the Fringe Festival, Tallinn will host the Estonian premiere of Divine Sonata, a large-scale piano work by composer and pianist Arashk Azizi, inspired by Dante Alighieri’s timeless masterpiece, the Divine Comedy. The concert takes place at Süda saal, Eesti Teatri- ja Muusikamuuseum at 18:00, where the composer himself will

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Tallinn Fringe Festival 2025: A Month of Unfiltered, Global Fringe Art

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Tallinn, Estonia — From August 18 to September 18, 2025, the ninth edition of the Tallinn Fringe Festival transforms the city into a vibrant stage for boundary-shattering performances from across the globe. Spanning a full month, this festival invites audiences to explore theatre, stand-up comedy, circus, music, cabaret, magic, dance, and more—showcasing creativity without limits. A Festival

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Persian Tunes – Arashk Azizi Brings Timeless Iranian Melodies to Tallinn

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On 9 August at 9 PM, Heldeke! in Tallinn will host Persian Tunes, a solo piano concert by composer and pianist Arashk Azizi. The evening will present contemporary classical arrangements of some of the most beloved melodies from Iran, reimagined for piano. The programme is inspired by iconic works such as Bahar Delnashin, Hezar Dastan,

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