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

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

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

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

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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