Composers
The presence of Estonian choral composers on the web is growing. Some pages are sponsored by composers' publishers. The Estonian Music Info. Center (EMIC) has begun to compile a list of Estonian composers and corresponding websites. To go to the EMIC composers list, click here and then click on the "Info" button to bring up the composers list.
Click here
to go to webpage of scores/repertoire on this Estonian Choral Music &
Repertoire site.
The following is an abbreviated list of significant choral composers:
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| Eespere,
René (b. 1953) |
www.zzz.ee/edition49/composers/r_eespere/index.htm Eespere writes both instrumental and choral music. He is on the theory/composition faculty of the Academy of Music. |
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| Kapp,
Artur (1878-1952) |
www.kul.ee/emic/heliloojad/artur_kapp.htm Known especially as an organist, Kapp also wrote choral works, including a significant oratorio Hiiob / Job (1929). | |||||
| Kreek,
Cyrillus (1889-1962) |
Major choral composer, especially of sacred works. Some pieces published by SPMuusikaprojekt. | |||||
| Meister, Erki | A young composer and choral conductor who is writing nice and accessible works in Latin, English and Estonian. Published with SPMuusikaprojekt . | |||||
| Pärt,
Arvo (b. 1935) |
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The most comprehensive website about Pärt is that by David
Pinkerton . Very well written and updated, it contains information
about the composer, a comprehensive recordings
list, list of scores, analyses, full bibliography,
and Pärt-related links. • A less comprehensive but decent site by Mete Kuran is worth reading. • Minnesota Public Radio has also put an 'article' about Pärt and his musical style online. |
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| Siimer,
Mart (b. 1967) |
A younger Estonian composer, Siimer studied for his MM degree at Eastmann. He writes quite a bit of choral music, especially in the sacred genre. His personal webpage includes bio info, works and sound clips. Published by SPMuusikaprojekt . | |||||
| Sisask,
Urmas (b. 1960) |
Trained at the Estonian Academy of Music, Sisask is known for both his sacred choral music and his passion for astronomy. His sacred works are published by Fazer/Boosey and SP Muusikaprojekt. His major "Gloria Patri" cycle of 24 liturgical pieces is available on CD ; recordings of the Christmas oratorio and mass are posted here . Published by most of the publishers listed here. |
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| Süda,
Peeter (1883-1920) |
A good website (with photos) of this important composer; unfortunately the site is currently written only in Estonian. | |||||
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Tobias,
Rudolf (1873-1918) |
An informative and comprehensive website on the life and work of Tobias, written by Vardo Rumessen, is accessed at www.kul.ee/emic/tobias . In addition to biographical information, a works list and list of recordings, this site also has a superb section on Tobias' famed oratorio "Des Jona Sendumg / Jonah's Mission". Included is information about the work, the libretto in English with biblical citations, orchestration, leitmotif analysis, and information about ordering scores and a recording. The author edited the piano/vocal score. | |||||
| Tormis,
Veljo (b. 1930) |
To explore the choral music of Tormis is to explore the heart and soul of the Estonian culture and singing tradition. Born during the free years, Tormis composed during and following both the German and soviet occupations. Based on the ancient runic song idioms, Tormis' music is both accessible and powerful. Many of his choral works are available through Fazer. See bibliography for biographical information, especially the new book on Tormis by Prof. Mimi Daitz. For a list of his works on cd click here. Also refer to these other Tormis sites on the internet:
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| ©1999-2001
Dr. Marian Dolan Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, USA |
written/posted:
15. June. 1999 |
| Please email any corrections, additions,or suggestions. | |