AAM Concerts old

The music of Johann Sebastian Bach and Arvo Pärt seems to touch upon something mysteriously ancient - yet full of new life. In this much-anticipated collaboration, conductor Tõnu Kaljuste leads AAM and EPCC in a performance of works by two composers who capture the timeless quality of the sacred.

The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir (EPCC) is one of Estonia's highest profile ensembles internationally. The repertoire of the choir extends from Gregorian chant and baroque to the music of the 21st century, with a special focus on the work of Estonian composers, such as Arvo Pärt, Veljo Tormis, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Galina Grigoryeva, Toivo Tulev, Tõnu Kõrvits, Helena Tulve, and introducing their output to the world.

Grammy Award-winning conductor and five-time Grammy Award nominee Tõnu Kaljuste has gained international recognition with his diverse repertoire, which ranges from operas and classical symphonic works to contemporary music. He has worked with major modernist composers of Northern and Eastern Europe, such as Alfred Schnittke, György Kurtág, Krzysztof Penderecki, Giya Kancheli, and Einojuhani Rautavaara, and is recognised as an expert interpreter and advocate of Estonian composers, including Arvo Pärt, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Tõnu Kõrvits, Veljo Tormis, and Heino Eller.