Eesti Laul 2025 Wildcard Voting Concludes On January 6, 2025, the public voting for the wildcard entry into Eesti Laul 2025 concluded. This process allowed one additional artist to secure a spot in Estonia’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The winner of the wildcard was announced on the same day, completing the […]
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Tallinn’s New Year’s Eve Concert and Light Show In Tallinn, the capital city, the New Year’s Eve celebrations commenced at 11:00 PM on December 31 at Freedom Square. The event featured a musical journey curated by renowned Estonian musician and producer Raul Ojamaa. Performances included artists such as Alika, Anett, Maris Pihlap, and Duo Ruut.
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Christmas Jazz 2024: Alfredo Rodriguez Performance On December 21, the renowned Cuban pianist Alfredo Rodriguez delivered a captivating performance at the Kadriorg Art Museum as part of the Christmas Jazz 2024 series. His innovative blend of jazz with Afro-Cuban rhythms enchanted the audience, making it a highlight of the festive season. Source: Kunstimuuseum Tallinn Christmas
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Estonian National Opera Performances The Estonian National Opera in Tallinn presented several acclaimed performances during this period. Notably, the ballet “The Nutcracker” captivated audiences with its enchanting choreography and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. Additionally, the opera “Light from the End of the World” offered a compelling narrative set to a powerful musical composition. Source: Opera.ee Tallinn’s
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In an extraordinary find, a previously unknown waltz by Frédéric Chopin was uncovered at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York. The manuscript, dated between 1830 and 1835, marks the first Chopin discovery in over half a century. The piece, a brief yet emotionally intense waltz in A minor, reveals a dynamic range and
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The beginning of December 2024 was a vibrant time for Estonia’s art and music scene, marked by notable cultural events, significant announcements, and the continuation of the European Capital of Culture celebrations in Tartu. International Contemporary Music Festival AFEKT The highly anticipated AFEKT Festival concluded its 2024 edition during this period, focusing on transmediality in
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In a recent, and almost surreal discovery, a previously unknown work by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has emerged from the depths of Leipzig’s Carl Ferdinand Becker collection, marking a rare historical moment for music lovers. This string trio, humorously dubbed “Ganz kleine Nachtmusik” (“Quite Little Night Music”), was written by a teenage Mozart back in the
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In the second week of December 2024, Estonia’s vibrant cultural scene continues to captivate audiences with a mix of music and art events across the country. From classical music festivals to exhibitions, the events are creating a buzz, especially with Estonia’s growing reputation as a hub for both contemporary and historical art. Early Music Festival
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