Estonian Music Days 2026

Programme

Liisa Hirsch
New Work

Riho Esko Maimets
Ecdysis, double concerto for piccolo and harp

Erkki-Sven Tüür
Violin Concerto No. 2

Lepo Sumera
Symphony No. 2

This year’s programme of the Estonian Music Days includes a new work by Liisa Hirsch, along with the Estonian premiere of Riho Esko Maimets’ concerto for piccolo and harp. The brilliant violinist Hans Christian Aavik will perform Erkki–Sven Tüür’s Violin Concerto No. 2, titled Angel’s Share. According to the composer, the title reflects the shedding of unnecessary elements as one matures. The evening concludes with Symphony No. 2 by Lepo Sumera, one of Estonia’s most significant symphonists. The concert will be conducted by Olari Elts.