U.S. and Canada Tour Announced by Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir
Headline: Grammy-Winning Estonian Choir Brings Renaissance Gold and Contemporary Gems to US and Canada in February
Sound off! 🔊 Toot the horn! The legendary Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, under the baton of Tõnu Kaljuste, is set to grace stages across the United States and Canada starting February 1st! 🇪🇪✨🎵
Mark your calendars! 📅 Here's where you can catch this awe-inspiring ensemble:
- St. Ignatius Loyola Church, New York 🗽 - Feb 1
- St. Paul's Basilica, Toronto 🇨🇦 - Feb 3
- St. John's Episcopal Church, Georgetown (Washington, DC) 🇺🇸 - Feb 6
- Episcopal Cathedral, Philadelphia 🇺🇸 - Feb 8
Juxtaposed Roots, Timeless Beauty 🌳 Tõnu Kaljuste describes the concert program as a kaleidoscopic study of choral music through the ages: "a stained-glass window of centuries." It deftly merges the stunning polyphony of Renaissance masters like Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina with Arvo Pärt's mesmerizing contemporary compositions, creating an unparalleled musical experience that is at once religious and concert-hall-worthy!
Tapping into the European Renaissance 🎶 Pärt's musical language has a deep affinity for the polyphony of the European Renaissance, informed largely by this musical epoch.
Transatlantic Ties Run Deep 🌐 The choir's bond with the United States dates back to the '90s, with biannual cross-Atlantic tours gracing iconic venues on both coasts. In the years leading up to 2018, the ensemble gave numerous concerts in the U.S., even performing on lauded stages such as Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Estonian Music's Groundswell in the US 🌊 With a dedicated fanbase eager for all things Estonian, the choir has managed to carve out a prominent niche for itself in the American cultural landscape. In fact, it's not uncommon to find packed houses at their shows.
EANC's Embrace of the Choir 🤝 The choir's forthcoming tour is supported by the Estonian American National Council (EANC), a New York-based organization established in 1952 to serve as the voice of the Estonian American community. Their purpose is to unite Estonians living in the U.S. and to support the restoration of Estonian independence.
Tournum Meritum 🌟 The current tour marks the choir's 17th trip to the United States, but unfortunately, there are no confirmed subsequent North American tour dates or repertoire as of yet. For all the latest updates, be sure to follow the choir's official channels or stay tuned to partner organizations such as New World Classics and its director Kerby Lovallo, who have worked with the choir since the '90s.
ources:
[1] Goshen College Music Center's Performing Arts Series - https://goshen.edu/musiccenter/pa_series/index.shtml[2] Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir - https://estonianphilharmonic.ee/en[3] Estonian American National Council - https://www.eanctoday.org/
- The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir's music language has a deep affinity for the polyphony of the European Renaissance, particularly apparent in Arvo Pärt's compositions.
- The Estonian American National Council (EANC), which champions the Estonian American community, is a key supporter of the choir's forthcoming tour.
- With a shared history dating back to the '90s, the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir has formed a strong bond with the United States, often performing in iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
- The choir's dedication to preserving and promoting Estonian culture has earned them a prominent place in the American cultural landscape, with their shows often attracting large, enthusiastic audiences.
