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letters never sent by Velvet Lark
Velvet Lark invites us into a quiet world of faded memories and sonic fragments in Letters Never Sent, a debut album composed like a handwritten note left on a windowsill—personal, tender, and ephemeral. The project unfolds in seven delicate pieces, just over ten minutes long, but rich with the weight of emotion, memory, and unspoken thoughts.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 162 min read


A Shape of Thought by Avalon Skies
Avalon Skies’ debut full-length album A Shape of Thought is not here to dazzle with overstatement—it’s here to exist. Gently, honestly, and with emotional depth. What began, in the artist’s words, during a mentally challenging time has evolved into “a healing journey and a path to getting to know my own thoughts.” That sense of inward reflection permeates the album’s pacing, structure, and sound design.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 143 min read


We Are All Bots by Andrea Pizzo and the Purple Mice
We Are All Bots by Andrea Pizzo and the Purple Mice is a compact yet ambitious concept EP that fuses electro-rock, cinematic orchestration, and operatic flair into a thirteen-minute exploration of humanity’s identity in a digitized universe. Across its three tracks—We Are All Bots, To the Space and Beyond, and Eternità—the listener is taken on a symbolic journey through technology, space, and the timeless myth of immortality.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 142 min read


Rahvusooper Estonia’s Võluflööt: A Magical Journey with Some Dim Corners
I recently attended Rahvusooper Estonia's Võluflööt (The Magic Flute) by W.A. Mozart, and it was, as always, a musical and theatrical highlight in the heart of Tallinn. Yes—the one with the famously challenging “Queen of the Night” aria that continues to captivate audiences and challenge sopranos. The performance offered a delightful experience with top-tier music direction by Arvo Volmer, stunning costumes, and dedicated vocal performances. However, not every element shone e

Arashk Azizi
Jun 134 min read


Principle Of Least Action by Ricardo Urquiza
In Principle of Least Action, guitarist and composer Ricardo Urquiza has crafted an exceptional conceptual EP rooted in both physical law and musical structure. The title is borrowed from a fundamental idea in physics—that nature follows the path of least resistance, or least effort. Ricardo transforms this scientific principle into a musical metaphor, navigating through structured harmonic repetition and fluid improvisation with elegance and intention.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 115 min read


Iranian Music Evening at Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia
When we think of contemporary classical music, our minds often immediately jump to Western orchestral or electronic instrumentation—or experimental textures made from unconventional sounds. But in the event of Iranian Music Evening at Eesti Muusika- ja Teatriakadeemia, the concert centered around a traditional Iranian instrument and gave us a compelling example of contemporary classical expression with deep cultural roots.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 92 min read


Close Tu Di Vine by David Munoz
Usually, I write about classical, contemporary, and jazz music—but this time, I’m stepping outside my usual territory to explore a piece that blends pop, Latin, and hip-hop. Close Tu Di Vine by David Munoz is a genre-blurring work that caught my attention primarily because of its instrumentation.

Arashk Azizi
Jun 92 min read


The Evolution of Classical Compositions in Modern Times
The journey of classical music has seen grand transformations over the centuries. What started as the structured compositions of Bach and Mozart has evolved dramatically, impacting modern musical expressions globally. In this blog post, we will explore how classical compositions have adapted, merged, and thrived in contemporary society while influencing various genres.

John Ariel
Jun 53 min read


The Vessel: A Tribute to African Music
African music has long been a wellspring of rhythmic innovation, spiritual depth, and communal storytelling. Its polyrhythmic structures, call-and-response vocals, and layered percussion have profoundly influenced global genres—from jazz to funk, and from Afrobeat to contemporary electronic music. This rich tapestry of sound and meaning forms the foundation upon which Colombian multi-instrumentalist Jaime Ospina builds his latest album, The Vessel.

Arashk Azizi
May 253 min read


Orpheus in the Underworld / Orpheus põrgus – Rahvusooper Estonia
Orpheus in the Underworld—despite its name—is not a solemn myth retelling, but a riotous romp through gods, mortals, and music. Rahvusooper Estonia’s dazzling production lives up to Offenbach’s original spirit of irreverence, wit, and pure entertainment. Staged in Estonian with subtitles in both Estonian and English, this performance embraces the opera’s comedic chaos and turns it into a vibrant, feel-good spectacle.

Arashk Azizi
May 253 min read


The Dark Side of the Mole by Jakub Poćwiardowski & Lili
Explore Jakub Poćwiardowski & Lili’s The Dark Side of the Mole, a concept album blending prog rock, classical, and ambient into an unforgettable soundscape.

Arashk Azizi
May 243 min read


Lampin' by Synthonic
The iconic brass hits ride effortlessly on a bed of funk, bass solos emerge from a post-rock soundscape, and the album flows with solos

Arashk Azizi
May 233 min read


Lohengrin – Wagner's Romantic Myth Reimagined in Tallinn, Performed by the Estonian National Opera, conducted by Arvo Volmer
Last week, I finally attended a performance I’ve been waiting for a long time—Lohengrin by Richard Wagner, staged by the Estonian National Opera (Rahvusooper Estonia). Yes, it’s the one with the famous wedding march, but this opera is far more than just that melody. It’s a monumental work of Romantic grandeur, and experiencing it live was unforgettable. The music was striking, the singers were nothing short of unbelievable, and the costume design was absolutely stunning.

Arashk Azizi
May 215 min read


Cornfield Reference by Garff Hoysfeld
Cornfield Reference is a six-chapter album by Graff Hoysfeld that plays like a personal log or memoir—only instead of words, it uses sound. These sounds tell stories of beauty, of light and gloom, of dawn and dusk. It’s a sentimental reflection of a private world, suspended somewhere between memory and imagination.

Arashk Azizi
May 212 min read


Estonian Music & Art News - Week 2, May 2025
Estonian Music & Art News - Week 2, May 2025

News and Updates
May 172 min read


Exploring the Subtle Resonance of Nature in Contemporary Estonian Music
Music profoundly connects to the natural world, especially in regions where the landscapes are as diverse as the melodies they inspire. In Estonia, a small Baltic nation known for its vibrant cultural heritage and breathtaking wilderness, contemporary music increasingly intertwines with nature. Here we explore how Estonian composers and musicians draw inspiration from the country’s lush forests, pristine lakes, and striking seasons.

Riia Mallat
May 144 min read


Post Scriptum De Caelwyn et Campana by Alexander Paul Burton
“Post Scriptum De Caelwyn et Campana” is more than just an instrumental piece—it’s a quiet revelation, a musical epilogue steeped in the mythos of Alexander Paul Burton’s fantasy novel The Hollow Vale. Though it is, at its core, a solo piano work, it manages to sound like much more. The piano becomes a storyteller here, an ancient voice whispering through melody and texture. Burton, primarily a pianist since the age of fifteen, steps into the role of a sonic world-builder wit

Arashk Azizi
May 92 min read


The Best Chapter by Alessandra Toni, Emotions Carved in Sound
Music is often described as the most abstract of the arts, yet it has the power to shape images, stir emotions, and tell stories without a single word. In her debut album The Best Chapter, Italian composer and pianist Alessandra Toni does exactly that. Each of the twelve tracks feels like a finely sculpted conic form—shaped with precision, depth, and poetry. Her music doesn’t shout—it breathes, it unfolds. And through this carefully woven journey,

Arashk Azizi
May 63 min read


Out Of The Darkness by Stephanie Bettman
Jazz meets rock, and Out of the Darkness emerges as a bold, genre-defying statement from the brilliant singer and musician Stephanie Bettman. This album presents a collection of 14 original tracks that blend folk, pop, rock, jazz, and Latin influences with fearless creativity and emotional depth. More than just a stylistic experiment, it’s a testament to Bettman’s evolution as an artist—one who dares to push boundaries while staying true to the soul of her storytelling.

Arashk Azizi
May 53 min read


Vrihi by Lorenzo Brilli, Pages Made of Sound
Lorenzo Brilli is not just a composer—he is a contemporary storyteller who uses sound as his language and rhythm as his syntax. In his latest album Vrihi, released by Esc.Rec, Brilli invites listeners into a world shaped by layers of texture, minimalism, folk traditions, and experimental electronics. The result is a sonic narrative that feels deeply rooted in the past yet strikingly modern. This is an album that demands to be experienced rather than simply heard.

Arashk Azizi
May 53 min read
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