Tag Archives: Pärnu Music Festival

Two “Firsts” as Beethoven opens the Pärnu Music Festival

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Mark Pullinger

Paavo Järvi/ Tallinn Chamber Orchestra Pärnu Concert Hall, 16th July 2020 What a difference a year makes. Last July, I was basking on the white sands of Pärnu, Estonia’s summer capital, dotted about with spa hotels and pretty dachas. I … Continue reading →

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Pass the baton: Järvi Academy’s conducting relay

Posted on July 21, 2019 by Mark Pullinger

Järvi Academy Youth Symphony Orchestra Pärnu Music Festival, 20th July 2019 Youth is a key factor behind the ethos of the Pärnu Music Festival. The Järvi Academy brings young Estonian musicians together, giving them the opportunity to work with international … Continue reading →

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Musical Klimt: Vienna comes to Pärnu in Erkki-Sven Tüür’s chamber gala

Posted on July 20, 2019 by Mark Pullinger

Curated by Erkki-Sven Tüür Pärnu Music Festival, 19th July 2019 Asked to curate a festival concert, some composers could be forgiven for programming one of their own works. Not Erkki-Sven Tüür. Putting together this evening’s chamber recital, Tüür’s starting point … Continue reading →

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Pride of Pärnu: Estonian Festival Orchestra revels in Nielsen

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Mark Pullinger

Paavo Järvi/ Estonian Festival Orchestra Pärnu Festival, 18th July 2019 With its long stretch of white beach and dotted about with spa hotels, Pärnu is truly Estonia’s summer capital. Families have holidayed here for years, including Estonia’s great musical dynasty, … Continue reading →

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