Tallinn: Romantic Music Gene

As the capital, Tallinn is the largest center of music culture in Estonia. Music has always played a very important role in Estonian cultural identity, and Estonia stands out from many other European countries for its innovative classical music and love of singing.

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In Tallinn, historical organs alongside modern experimental electronic music are part of the local scene. It is home to many artists, clubs, event series, promoters and international festivals, therefore it is also a great breeding ground for emerging talent. Tallinn is a city that connects people through music. The Song Festival is the largest music festival in Estonia, with tens of thousands of singers and even more spectators, along with choirs and orchestras from all over Estonia, but often also from other parts of the world. Every two years, a powerful "river of music" passes through Tallinn, a procession of choirs which walks the route from the city center to the singing stage. In Estonia, musical education is a compulsory part of general education. It is considered natural for every child to sing, and thousands of children sing in choirs and participate in music studios. It is this educational peculiarity that has made song festivals possible.

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Tallinn is also home to three outstanding international festivals: one of the most important jazz festivals in Northern Europe – Jazzkaar, Tallinn Music Week – a festival for tomorrow's music and ideas, and the Estonian Music Days, which introduce contemporary Estonian music, top collectives, and various leading performers.

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The Estonian National Opera in Tallinn, with its chic design and long history, has staged a series of operas, ballets and musicals. In November, the famous opera Orpheus in the Underworld will be performed at the Estonian National Opera. If you get a chance to visit the city, immerse yourself in the classical atmosphere and enjoy this outstanding light opera.