Rasmus Puur
- Works for the stage
- Works for orchestra
- Works for solo instrument(s) and orchestra
- Works for ensemble
- Works for solo instrument
- Vocal and choral music
- Music for children
- Incidental music
- Popular music
WORKS FOR THE STAGE
Operas
-
Lalli, Or There Is a Man in the Middle of the Sea [Lalli ehk Mere keskel on mees]Opera started by Veljo Tormis in 1989 and finished by Rasmus Puur
in 2 acts
2020
soloists, vocal ensemble, mixed choir, 5 cellos, 3 double basses, percussion
Libretto: Based on Eino Leino’s play Lalli, edited for the libretto by Sakari Puurunen, Lea Tormis, and Veljo Tormis (in Finnish)
Fp: Cast: Koit Soasepp (bass), Iris Oja (mezzo-soprano), Maria Listra (soprano), Mati Turi (tenor), Heldur Harry Põlda (tenor), Raul Mikson (tenor), Märt Jakobson (bass), Vox Clamantis, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Estonian Cello Ensemble, percussion ensemble, music director and conductor Tõnu Kaljuste, Stage director Veiko Tubin; August 6 and 7, 2022, Pirita's Convent Ruins, Birgitta Festival
Commissioned by: Tõnu Kaljuste, Nargenfestival
-
The Colours of Clouds [Pilvede värvid]opera in two acts
2017
120'
soloists, choir, symphony orchestra: 2222, 4230, 1+2, harp, strings
Libretto: Libretto by Laur Lomper, playwriters Kristiina Jalasto and Mehis Pihla
Fp: Jassi Zahharov, Helen Lokuta, Janne Ševtšenko, Mati Turi, Juuli Lill-Köster, Raiko Raalik, Mehis Tiits, Ita Ever, Priit Volmer, Fred Laansalu, Vjatšeslav Reznitšenko, Mati Vaikmaa, Mart Laur, Valentīna Tāluma, orchestra, chorus and boys' choir of the Estonian National Opera, conductor Lauri Sirp; September 22, 2017, Estonian National Opera, stage director Roman Baskin
DVD "The Colours of Clouds", Estonian National Opera, ERR & Estonian Record Productions (2021); Jassi Zahharov, Helen Lokuta, Janne Ševtšenko, Mati Turi, Juuli Lill, Raiko Raalik, Mart Madiste, Ita Ever, Priit Volmer, Fred Laansalu, Ake Lang, Sander Valk, Vjatšeslav Reznitšenko, Mati Vaikmaa, Mart Laur, Maria Kais, Hirvo Surva, Kairi Tammaru, Einar Hillep, Ants-Kristjan Masing, Ranno Rätsep, Toomas Hark, Estonian National Opera Orchestra, Chorus and Boys’ Choir, conductor Kaspar Mänd
WORKS FOR ORCHESTRA
Works for symphony orchestra
-
Trickster [Trikster]2023
11'
symphony orchestra: 3333, 4331, 1+3, harp, strings
Fp: Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra, conductor Risto Joost; May 12, 2023, Vanemuine Concert Hall
Commissioned by: Risto Joost, Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra
-
Clear Heart [Selget südant]2017
9'
symphony orchestra: 3222, 4331, 1+4, strings
Fp: Festival Orchestra, conductor Normunds Dregis; November 4, 2017, Vanemuine Concert Hall, Tartu, VIII Youth Orchestras' Festival of the Association of the Estonian Symphony Orchestras
-
2016
3'
symphony orchestra: 3121, 2221, 1+5, strings
Fp: Joint orchestra of the XII Youth Song Celebration, conductor Riivo Jõgi; July 2, 2017, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, XII Youth Song and Dance Celebration
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
-
Overture [Avamäng]2015
7
symphony orchestra: 2222, 4331, 1+1, harp, strings
Fp: Estonian National Opera Symphony Orchestra, conductor Kaspar Mänd; October 9, 2015, Jõhvi Concert Hall
Commissioned by: Eesti Kontsert
Works for chamber orchestra
-
Waltz of Snowmen [Lumememmede valss]2013
3'
chamber orchestra: 2221, 2222, 3, harp, piano, celesta, guitar, bass guitar, strings
CD „Lumevalgus“, Noorteorkester Reaalmažoor, MTÜ Kõrvale pai (2013); Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Edmar Tuul
Works for string orchestra
-
When the Leaves Change Their Colour [Kui lehed vahetavad värvi]2020
10'
string orchestra
Fp: Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; December 31, 2020, Vanemuise Concert Hall
-
Windy Elegy [Tuuline eleegia]2020
5'
string orchestra
Fp: Symphony orchestras of the 13th Youth Song Celebration, conductor Imre Rohuväli; July 2, 2023, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, The 13th Youth Song and Dance Celebration "Holy is the Land"
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
-
This Is What Happens When It's Deadline Time and There Aren't Any Good Ideas... [Kui tähtaeg on käes ja ühtki head ideed ei ole, juhtub nii...]Arrangement of the piece with the same name for string quartet (2016)
2018
3'
string orchestra
Fp: String Orchestra of the Old Town Educational College, conductor Rasmus Puur; April 10, 2018, Tallinn House of Blackheads
-
Song of Friends No. 84 [Sõprade laul nr 84]arrangement of the string trio from 2016
2017
4'
string orchestra
Fp: String orchestra of the Old Town Educational College, conductor Rasmus Puur; October 1, 2017, Tallinn Airport
-
Time of Solitude [Üksinduse aeg]Dedicated to Mailiis Kulli
4 movements
2016
17'
string orchestra
Fp: Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; November 10, 2016, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Fractures [Mõrad]1. Inability (Suutmatus)
2. Anxiety (Rahutus)
3. Powerlessness (Jõuetus)
2015
14'
string orchestra
Fp: Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; November 9, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
CD „Hetked“, Kõrvale Pai (2016); Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur
-
HellerellaDedicated to Tõnu Kaljuste and Nargenfestival
2013
5'
string orhestra
Fp: Tallinn Chmaber Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; July 6, 2013, Hellerella yard, The Naissaar Island, Nargenfestival
Commissioned by: Nargenfestival
-
Moments [Hetked]4 movements
2013
16'
string orchestra
Fp: Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Edmar Tuul; November 9, 2013, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
CD „Hetked“, Kõrvale Pai (2016); Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Edmar Tuul
Distributor: EMIC RP 023
-
Rejoice2012
9'
string orchestra
Fp: Nargenfestival Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; December 1, 2012, Tallinn Methodist Church
Works for wind orchestra
-
Springing [Tärkamine]Arrangement of the piece for symphony orchestra from 2016
2016/2018
3'
wind orchestra: piccolo, 2 flutes, oboe, 2 clarinets in B-flat, clarinet in E-flat, bass clarinet, bassoon, 2 alto saxophones, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, 4 French horns, 3 trumpets in B-flat, 3 trombones, euphonium, tuba, timpani, percussion (3 players), double bass
Fp: Orchestra of the Estonian Defence Forces, conductor Peeter Saan; June 21, 2018, Tallinn Creative Hub (Kultuurikatel)
Commissioned by: Orchestra of the Estonian Defence Forces
Distributor: EMIC RP 009
-
Nordic Songs [Põhjamaa laulud]I Lento, pesante
II Lento, piu mosso, animato
III Pesante
2016
16'
wind orchestra
Fp: Estonian Police and Border Guard Orchestra, conductor Hando Põldmäe; July 11, 2016, Prague, WASBE Conference, Czech National Bank Concert Hall
WORKS FOR SOLO INSTRUMENT(S) AND ORCHESTRA
Works for oboe and orchestra
-
Oboe Concerto2023
30'
oboe, symphony orchestra: 2222, 4200, 1+2, harp, strings
Fp: Kalev Kuljus (oboe), Pärnu City Orchestra, conductor Mihhail Gerts; May 11, 2023, Pärnu Concert Hall
Commissioned by: Kaspar Mänd, Pärnu City Orchestra
-
Miniature for Oboe and String Orchestra [Miniatuur oboele ja keelpilliorkestrile]2014
3'
oboe, string orchestra
Fp: Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe), Nargenfestival Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; August 1, 2014, Glass Hall of the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, Nargenfestival
-
Yearning [Igatsus]2013
5'
oboe, string orchestra
Fp: Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; November 9, 2013, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
CD „Hetked“, Kõrvale Pai (2016); Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur
Works for violin and orchestra
-
Violin Concerto [Viiulikontsert]I
II
III
Epilogue
2020
32'
violin, symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, strings
Fp: Linda-Anette Verte (violin), Pärnu City Orchestra, conductor Kaspar Mänd; September 13, 2020, Pärnu Concert Hall
CD "As if a river were singing...", Odradek Records (2022); Lina-Anette Verte (violin), Pärnu City Orchestra, conductor Kaspar Mänd
Distributor: EMIC RP 002
Works for cello and orchestra
WORKS FOR ENSEMBLE
Duos
-
2022
9'
violin, accordion
Fp: Mari Poll (violin), Momir Novakovic (accordion); April 24, 2022, Tallinn House of Blackheads, Estonian Music Days
Commissioned by: Estonian Music Days
-
Distantia2021
violin, piano
Fp: Linda-Anette Verte (violin), Maksim Štšura (piano); September 13, 2021 Vanemuise Concert Hall, September 28, 2021 Estonia Concert Hall
-
Distantia II2021
viola, piano
Fp: Andres Kaljuste (viola), Sophia Rahman (piano); December 11, 2021, Arvo Pärt Centre, Laulasmaa
-
2021
10'
2 pianos
Fp: Piano duo Kadri-Ann Sumera & Talvi Hunt; April 23, 2021, online concert from Tartu Heino Eller Music School, Tubin Hall, Estonian Music Days & Baltic Music Days
Commissioned by: Estonian Music Days
Distributor: EMIC RP 013
-
Waltz for Two [Valss kahele]2016
3'
flute, harp
Fp: Raivo Peäske (flute), Eda Peäske (harp); May 19, 2016, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
-
And the Clouds Are So Restless... [Ja pilved on ka nii rahutud...]2013
6'
oboe, piano
Fp: Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe), Talvi Hunt (piano); April 6, 2013, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church, Estonian Music Days Festival
Distributor: EMIC RP 015
-
Springing [Tärkamine]2013
8'
flugelhorn, piano
Fp: Indrek Vau (flugelhorn), Peep Lassmann (piano); September 2, 2013, Keila Music School; September 5, 2013 Tallinn House of Blackheads
-
The Beauty of Transience [Kaduviku kaunidus]2012
3'
2 guitars
Fp: Madis Meister, Helena Anni (guitars); November 5, 2012, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Escape [Pagemine]2011
2'
flute, cello
Fp: Nils Kosapoeg (flute), Enno Lepnurm (cello)
-
Man and Woman [Mees ja naine]3-part dialogue piece
11'
percussion, (2 players)
Fp: Heigo Rosin and Marilin Erikson (percussion); August 1, 2014, Glass Hall of the Tallinn Song Festival Grouds, Nargenfestival
Trios
-
Gravitas2020
10'
violin, viola, cello
Fp: Mari-Liis Uibo (violin), Toomas Nestor (viola), Aare Tammesalu (cello); August 20, 2020, Suure-Jaani Music Festival, The Energy Farm
Commissioned by: International Society of Artur Kapp, Aare Tammesalu
-
Song of Friends No. 84 [Sõprade laul nr 84]For String treio Fresh!
2016
4'
violin, viola, cello
Fp: String trio Fresh!: Egert Leinsaar (violin), Karin Sarv (viola), Villu Vihermäe (cello); April 10, 2016, Hobuveski, Tallinn
-
Peculiar People [Kummalised inimesed]2015
4'
clarinet, bassoon, violin
Fp: Tea Tuhkur (bassoon), Peeter Margus (violin), Marten Altrov (clarinet); January 27, 2015, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
Quartets
-
The Grief of Happiness [Õnne valu]2014
5'
violin, viola, clarinet, bass clarinet
Fp: Peeter Margus (violin), Karin Sarv (viola), Martin Kuusk (clarinet), Marten Altrov (bass clarinet); September 23, 2014, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
Distributor: EMIC RP 011
String quartets
-
String Quartet No. 2I Allegro assai
II Lento
III Allegro con moto
IV Lamentoso
2020
26'
string quartet
CD "Rasmus Puur. Constellations", Kõrvale Pai (2021); String Quartet FourEst: Linda-Anette Verte (I violin), Egert Leinsaar (II violin), Sandra Klimaitė (viola), Theodor Sink (cello)
Distributor: EMIC RP 005
-
Glow [Kuma]2019
string quartet
CD "Rasmus Puur. Constellations", Kõrvale Pai (2021); String Quartet FourEst: Linda-Anette Verte (I violin), Egert Leinsaar (II violin), Sandra Klimaitė (viola), Theodor Sink (cello)
Distributor: EMIC RP 007
-
The Grief of Happiness [Õnne valu]2014/2019
string quartet
CD "Rasmus Puur. Constellations", Kõrvale Pai (2021); String Quartet FourEst: Linda-Anette Verte (I violin), Egert Leinsaar (II violin), Sandra Klimaitė (viola), Theodor Sink (cello)
Distributor: EMIC RP 012
-
I Lento, con moto
II Lento
III Rubato
IV Con moto
2018
17'
string quartet
CD "Rasmus Puur. Constellations", Kõrvale Pai (2021); String Quartet FourEst: Linda-Anette Verte (I violin), Egert Leinsaar (II violin), Sandra Klimaitė (viola), Theodor Sink (cello)
CD "New Estonian Chamber Music", Estonian Music Information Centre (2021); Linda-Anette Verte (I violin), Egert Leinsaar (II violin), Sandra Klimaitė (viola), Theodor Sink (cello)
Distributor: EMIC RP 004
-
This Is What Happens When It's Deadline Time and There Aren't Any Good Ideas... [Kui tähtaeg on käes ja ühtki head ideed ei ole, juhtub nii...]2016
3'
string quartet
Fp: Hans Christian Aavik (violin), Marta Mutso (violin), Greten Lehtmaa (viola), Andres Alexander Metspalu (cello); April 18, 2016, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
Distributor: EMIC RP 006
Wind quintets
-
That Will Do for Starters [Alustuseks käib küll!]2016
3'
wind quintet
-
Song for Maarja Village [Laul Maarja külale]2012
2'
wind quintet
Fp: Wind Quintet Reval Wind; November 12, 2012, Russian Theatre, Tallinn
Works for large ensemble (8+)
-
There! [Sinna!]2014
8'
large ensemble: 1111, 1110, 2, piano, strings (11111)
Fp: Marion Aruvee (flute), Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe), Marten Altrov (clarinet), Kadri-Ann Nuut (bassoon), Inno-Mart Kont (French horn), Mihkel Metsala (trumpet), Andres Kontus (trombone), Maarja Nuut (percussion), Marilin Erikson (percussion), Johan Randvere (piano), Andres Kaljuste (violin), Egert Leinsaar (violin), Karin Sarv (viola), Enno Lepnurm (cello), Andres Kungla (double bass), conductor Rasmus Puur; April 7, 2014, Tallinna Methodist Church, Estonian Music Days Festival
WORKS FOR SOLO INSTRUMENT
Works for violin
-
Seasons [Aastaajad]1. Spring (Kevade)
2. Summer (Suvi)
3. Autumn (Sügise)
4. Winter (Talv)
2014-2015
19'
violin
Fp: Peeter Margus (violin); October 21, 2014, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn („Autumn“). Peeter Margus (violin); November 9, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church („Spring“, „Summer“, „Winter“)
CD „Hetked“, Kõrvale Pai (2016); Peeter Margus (violin)
Distributor: EMIC RP 024
Works for cello
-
Wave [Viibe]2023
5'
cello
Fp: Theodor Sink (cello); July 29, 2023, chapel of Metsakalmistu cemetery, Tallinn
Works for harp
-
Float, Fly! [Hõlju, lenda!]5 parts
2013
16'
harp
Fp: Eda Peäske (harp); August 1, 2014, Glass Hall of the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds
Works for piano
-
Across the Seas, Over the Alps [Läbi merede, üle alpide]2018
4'
piano
-
A Song Unsung of One Heart [Ühe südame laulmatu laul]Hommage to Jaak Jürisson, written for the 100th anniversary of literary group Siuru
2017
2'
piano
-
Story That Will Never Ne Written Down [Lugu, mida kunagi kirja ei panda]Dedicated to Grete Jürgenson
2015
3'
piano
Fp: Kirke Karja (piano); November 8, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Ringing Glimmer [Helisev helk]2013
5'
piano
Fp: Kirke Karja (piano); November 9, 2013, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
CD "Prana", JottJott OÜ (2023); Joonatan Jürgenson (piano)
Distributor: EMIC RP 014
-
The Sound of High [Kõrgete kõla]piano cycle
1. Clarity of Brightness (Helguse selgus)
2. Loss of Caution (Ettevaatuse kaotus)
3. Radiance of Sincerity (Siiruse kiirgus)
2011-2012
piano
Fp: Kirke Karja (piano); November 5. 2012, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
Works for other instrument
VOCAL AND CHORAL MUSIC
Works for mixed choir and orchestra
-
We [Meie]2016
4'
mixed choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
Works for female choir and orchestra
-
Winter Night [Talve öö]female choir, piano, string orchestra
Text: Juhan Liiv
CD „Südames on Eesti“, Kõrvale Pai (2022); Academic Female Choir of Tallinn University of Technology, Mathei Florea (piano), Orchestra Ventum, conductors Edmar Tuul and Karin Tuul
Works for male choir and orchestra
-
First Snow [Esimene lumi]Part of "Winter Cantata"
2016
5'
male choir, piano, string orchestra
Text: Ernst Enno
Fp: Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, Jakob Teppo (piano), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; November 10, 2016, Tallinn, Swedsih St. Michael's Church
Works for children's choir and orchestra
-
The Land That I Love [Maa, mida armastan]2017
4'
children's choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, strings
Text: Hando Runnel
Fp: Children's choirs and orchestra of the XXVII General Song Celebration, conductor Maarja Soone; July 7, 2019, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, XXVII General Song Celebration
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
-
We [Meie]2016
4'
children's choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
-
We Create a Beautiful Life [Loome elu ilusa]2016
3'
children's choir, wind orchestra
Text: Veiko Tubin
Fp: Joint children's choir, Orchestra of the Estonian Defence Forces, conductor Heli Roos; August 20, 2016, Liberty Square, Tallinn
-
We Create a Beautiful Life [Loome elu ilusa]2016
3'
children's choir, symphony orchestra
Text: Veiko Tubin
Works for mixed boys' choir and orchestra
-
Winter Cantata [Talvekantaat]1. Waiting for Holidays (Pühade ootamine, text: Estonian folklore)
2. Eyes Open! (Silmad lahti!, text: Leelo Tungal)
3. First Snow (Esimene lumi, text: Ernst Enno)
4. Snow (Lumeke, text: Hando Runnel)
5. First Snow (Esimene lumi, text: Ralf Parve)
6. Wintry Evening (Talvine õhtu, text: Villem Grünthal-Ridala)
7. Snowflake (Lumehelbeke, text: Juhan Liiv)
8. Light Unfolds from Darkness (Pimedusest koorub valgus, text: Leelo Tungal)
9. Christmas Night (Jõuluöö, text: Hando Runnel)
10. Across the Snowy Field (Üle lumise välja, text: Arved Paul)
11. Dream Enchantment Song (Unelummalaul, text: Peep Ilmet)
12. Christmas Nught (Jõuluöö, text: Ira Lember)
13. Ride from Christmas Church (Sõit jõulukirikust, text: Kersti Merilaas)
14. Christmas Night (Jõuluöö, text: Leelo Tungal)
15. Waiting for Holidays (Pühade ootamine, reprise, Estonian folktune)
2016
64'
2 soloists, mixed boys' choir, chamber orchestra: 1111, 1110, 2, piano, strings
Text: Leelo Tungal, Kersti Merilaas, Hando Runnel, Ralf Parve, Arved Paul, Ernst Enno, Villem Grünthal-Ridala, Peep Ilmet, Juhan Liiv ja Ira Lember
Fp: Estonian National Opera Boys' Choir, Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Hirvo Surva; December 21, 2016, Estonia Concert Hall, Tallinn
Works for joint choir or multiple choirs and orchestra
-
I Dreamed About Estonia [Unes nägin ma Eestimaad]cantata
2018
45'
reader, child, woman, man, children's choir, mixed choir, symphony orchestra: 2222, 4230, 1+2, strings
Text: Doris Kareva
Fp: Pärnu City Orchestra, Old Town Educational College String Orchestra, Pärnu choirs, Tõnis Rätsep (reader), soloists Mati Turi, Meelika Hainsoo, conductor Rasmus Puur; February 23, 2018, Pärnu Concert Hall, concert-ceremony dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia
Distributor: EMIC RP 010
-
Wind of Freedom, Wind of Wisdom [Vabaduse tuul, tarkuse tuul]cantata for the 100th anniversary of Tallinn University
1. That Persistance to Ask Questions Will Last (Jätkuks vaid püsivust pärida)
2. Cum laude
3. Wind of Freedom, Wind of Wisdom (Vabaduse tuul, tarkuse tuul)
4. Oh, School Time (Oh, kooliaeg)
5. This Is Our Prayer (Nõnda kõlab me palve)
2018
15'
female choir, male choir, mixed choir, symphony orchestra: 3222, 2221, 1+2, strings
Text: Sulev Oll
Fp: Tallinn University Male Choir, Tallinn University Female Choir, Mixed Chopir of Baltic Film, Media, Arts and Communication School, Tallinn University Symphony Orchestra, conductor Martin Sildos; March 18, 2019, Tallinn Creative Hub (Kultuurikatel)
-
Our Roots Are Not in Childhood [Meie juured ei ole lapsepõlves]2017
3'
mixed choir or children's choir and piano, or mixed choir, children's choir and string orchestra
Text: Karl Ristikivi
Fp: Helsinki Estonian Female Choir, Helsinki Estonian Music Studio Children's and Toddlers' Choir, Tampere Estonian Choir, Mixed Choir Siller, Estonian Business School Chamber Choir, Old Town Educational College String Orchestra, Mart Ernesaks (piano), conductor Rasmus Puur; Concert-ceremony of the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, February 22, 2018, Alexander Theatre, Helsinki, Finland
-
2016
4'
joint choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
Fp: Joint choir and orchestra of the XII Youth Sing Celebration, conductor Rasmus Puur; July 2, 2018, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, XII Youth Song Celebration
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
Works for mixed choir and instrument(s)
-
Our Roots Are Not in Childhood [Meie juured ei ole lapsepõlves]2017
3'
mixed choir or children's choir and piano, or mixed choir, children's choir and string orchestra
Text: Karl Ristikivi
Fp: Helsinki Estonian Female Choir, Helsinki Estonian Music Studio Children's and Toddlers' Choir, Tampere Estonian Choir, Mixed Choir Siller, Estonian Business School Chamber Choir, Old Town Educational College String Orchestra, Mart Ernesaks (piano), conductor Rasmus Puur; Concert-ceremony of the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, February 22, 2018, Alexander Theatre, Helsinki, Finland
-
We [Meie]2016
4'
mixed choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
Works for female choir and instrument(s)
-
Happiness and Joy [Õnn ja rõõm]Version of the mixed choir song
2023
4'
female choir, piano
Text: Doris Kareva
Fp: Academic Women's Choir of the University of Tartu, conductor Triin Koch; February 23, 2024, University of Tartu Assembly Hall
Works for male choir and instrument(s)
-
Christmas in the Past [Kauged jõulud]1. On Christman Night (Jõuluõhtul, text: Helmi Rajamaa, Marie Under)
2. Christmas Song (Jõululaul, text Ain Kaalep)
3. Piece of Bear (Leivatükk, text Helgi Muller)
4. Christmas (Jõulud, text Venda Sõelsepp)
5. Christmas Greeting 1941 (Jõulutervitus 1941, text Marie Under)
6. Sleeping World (Magav maailm, text Ellen Niit)
7. I Believe That the Human Will Be Born (Ma usun, et sünnib Inimene, text Henrik Visnapuu)
2018
34'
male choir, organ
Text: Helmi Rajamaa, Marie Under, Ain Kaalep, Helgi Muller, Venda Sõelsepp, Ellen Niit, Henrik Visnapuu
Fp: Estonian National Male Choir, Ene Salumäe (organ), conductor Rasmus Puur; December 22, 2018, Jõhvi St. Michael's Church, December 23, 2018, Tallinn St. John's Church
-
First Snow [Esimene lumi]Part of "Winter Cantata"
2016
5'
male choir, piano
Text: Ernst Enno
CD „Veel. New Estonian Choral Music 2016“, Estonian Choral Association (2017); Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, Andres Lemba (piano), conductor Hirvo Surva
Works for children’s choir and instrument(s)
-
Closer to Heart [Südamele lähem]2019
2'
children's choir, piano
Text: Leelo Tungal
Fp: Children's choir of Estonian Radio Singing Studio, Õnne-Ann Roosvee (piano), conductor Kaie Tanner; November 7, 2020, Tallinn Methodist Church
Commissioned by: Estonian Choral Association
-
Our Roots Are Not in Childhood [Meie juured ei ole lapsepõlves]2017
3'
mixed choir or children's choir and piano, or mixed choir, children's choir and string orchestra
Text: Karl Ristikivi
Fp: Helsinki Estonian Female Choir, Helsinki Estonian Music Studio Children's and Toddlers' Choir, Tampere Estonian Choir, Mixed Choir Siller, Estonian Business School Chamber Choir, Old Town Educational College String Orchestra, Mart Ernesaks (piano), conductor Rasmus Puur; Concert-ceremony of the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, February 22, 2018, Alexander Theatre, Helsinki, Finland
-
The Land That I Love [Maa, mida armastan]2017
4'
children's choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, strings
Text: Hando Runnel
Fp: Children's choirs and orchestra of the XXVII General Song Celebration, conductor Maarja Soone; July 7, 2019, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, XXVII General Song Celebration
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
-
We [Meie]2016
4'
children's choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
-
We Create a Beautiful Life [Loome elu ilusa]2016
3'
children's choir, piano
Text: Veiko Tubin
CD „Veel. New Estonian Choral Music 2016“, Estonian Choral Association (2017); Toddlers' Choir of Tallinn Music High School, conductor Jaanika Kuusik, Riine Pajusaar (piano)
Works for mixed boys' choir and instrument(s)
-
The Song2014
4'
mixed boy's choir, piano or mixed boys' choir and 2 vocal ensembles
Text: Veiko Tubin (in English)
Fp: Joint choir of the international boys' choirs festival, vocal ensemble Noorkuu and Nur Wir, conductor Hirvo Surva; June 20, 2015, Tartu Festival Arena
Commissioned by: International Boys' Choir Festival Estonia 2015
Works for joint choir or multiple choirs and instrument(s)
-
2016
4'
joint choir, piano or symphony orchestra: 2222, 4231, 1+2, harp, piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Text: Anna Haava
Fp: Joint choir and orchestra of the XII Youth Sing Celebration, conductor Rasmus Puur; July 2, 2018, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, XII Youth Song Celebration
Commissioned by: Estonian Song and Dance Celebration Foundation
Works for voice(s) and orchestra
-
Et saaks maa ja meri ja rand2021
9'
mezzo-soprano, string orchestra
Text: Karl Ristikivi
Fp: Iris Oja (mezzo-soprano), chamber orchestra ME103, conductor Andris Veismanis; August 28, 2021, Simuna Church, International Gustav Normann Organ Festival
Distributor: EMIC RP 003
-
Sipsik8-part musical tale
2016
40'
reader, piano, string orchestra
Text: Eno Raud
Fp: Anu Lamp (reader), Viola Asoskova (piano), Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; April 15, 2016, Tallinn House of Blackheads
Commissioned by: Tallinn Philharmonic Society
CD „Sipsik“, Kõrvale Pai (2016); Anu Lamp (reader), Viola Asoskova (piano), Tallinn Chmaber Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur
-
ICE [JÄÄ]Pubic confession
8 parts
2014
35'
mezzo-soprano, string orchestra
Libretto: Laur Lomper
Fp: Juuli Lill (mezzo-soprano), Nargenfestival Orchestra, conductor Rasmus Puur; August 1, 2014, Glass Hall af the Tallinn Sogn Festival Grounds, Nargenfestival
Works for voice(s) and piano
-
Roads Are Smelling Already [Juba lõhnavad teed]For the 85th birthday of Arne Mikk
2019
voice, piano
Text: Kalju Lepik
Fp: Juuli Lill, Angelika Mikk, Piia Paemurru (piano); April 18, 2019, Winter Garden of the Estonian National Opera
-
Snowflake [Lumehelbeke]2015
voice, piano
Text: Juhan Liiv
Fp: Sirlen Rekkor (voice), Johan Randvere (piano); December 21, 2015, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
Works for voice(s) and other instrument(s)
-
I Call to You2022
9'
soprano, oboe
Fp: Duo ObSolute: Jaanika Kuusik (soprano), Riivo Kallasmaa (oboe); May 17, 2022, Tallinn Swedish St. Michael's Church
Works for mixed choir a cappella
-
Happiness and Joy [Õnn ja rõõm]2023
4'
mixed choir
Text: Doris Kareva
Fp: Joint choir, conductor Küllike Joosing; November 19, 2023, Estonian National Museum
Commissioned by: Tartu Song Celebration 2024
-
Over the Water [Üle vee]2023
5'
mixed choir
Text: Juhan Liiv
Commissioned by: Mixed choir I.N.T.A, Estonian Choral Association
-
Island of One's Own [Oma saar]2020
4'
mixed choir
Text: Gustav Suits
Fp: XXIII Estonian Mixed Choirs' Competition; February 12, 2022, Tartu, Miina Härma Gymnasium
Commissioned by: Estonian Mixed Choirs' Union
Distributor: EMIC RP 021
-
Power of the Song [Laulu võim]2019
6'
soloist, mixed choir
Text: folklore (from Kuusalu)
Fp: Meelika Hainsoo, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, conductor Rasmus Puur; April 26, 2019, Estonian National Opera, concert-performance dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Parliament of Estonia
Distributor: EMIC RP 016
-
Songs of Permanence [Kestmise laulud]For the 50th birthday of Heli Jürgenson and 25th birthday of Mixed Choir of Estonia Society
1. Norse (Põhjala, text: Kalju Lepik)
2. From the Bottom of the Heart (Südame põhjast, text: Eda Ahi)
3. Renunciation (Loobumus, text: Henrik Visnapuu)
4. I Come to a Stop (Seisatan, text: Marie Under)
5. And Nevertheless, Love (Ja siiski armastage, text: Hando Runnel)
2019
17'
mixed choir
Text: Kalju Lepik, Eda Ahi, Henrik Visnapuu, Marie Under, Hando Runnel
Fp: Mixed Choir of Estonia Society, conductor Heli Jürgenson; May 9, 2019, Tallinn House of Blackheads
-
We Shall Stick Together [Me hoiame nõnda ühte]2015/2019
4'
mixed choir
Text: Paul-Eerik Rummo
Fp: Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, conductor Rasmus Puur; April 26, 2019, Estonian National Opera, concert-performance dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Parliament of Estonia
Distributor: EMIC RP 017
-
My Home [Minu kodu]2018
4'
mixed boys' choir or mixed choir
Text: Karl Eduard Sööt
Fp: Joint choir of the Estonian Male Song Society, conductor Rasmus Puur; June 16, 2018, Kuressaare Castle Courtyard
Distributor: EMIC RP 020
-
We Sing [Me laulame]2018
3'
mixed boys' choir or mixed choir
Text: Kalju Lepik
Fp: Joint choir of the Estonian Male Song Society, conductor Rasmus Puur; June 16, 2018, Kuressaare Castle Courtyard
Distributor: EMIC RP 018
-
I Believe in Love [Mina usun armastust]
-
Someone Could Come [Oleks]2017
5'
mixed choir
Text: Mart Raud
Fp: Chamber Choir Collegium Musicale, conductor Endrik Üksvärav; April 7, 2018, Estonian Radio 1st Studio, Tallinn Music Week
-
Miraculous Wakefulness [Imeline ärkvelolek]2015
3'
mixed choir
Text: Doris Kareva
Fp: Chamber Choir Collegium Musicale, conductor Rasmus Puur; February 17, 2015, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
-
Seven Miniatures on texts by Kaalu Kirme [Seitse miniatuuri Kaalu Kirme tekstidele]For Triin Koch's birthday from Tartu University Chamber Choir
1. Grown to Heart (Südame külge kasvanud)
2. Yearning (Igatsus)
3. Kitten (Kiisu)
4. You Are Sitting (Sa istud)
5. Cone (Käbi)
6. Scent (Lõhn)
7. Beehive (Mesipuu)
2015
8'
mixed choir
Text: Kaalu Kirme
-
Holy Night, Silent Night [Püha öö, vaikne öö]2014
4'
mixed choir
Text: Ernst Enno
Fp: Joint choir of the Estonian Mixed Choirs' Association, conductor Veronika Portsmuth; December 6, 2014, Tallinn St. Charles's Church
CD „Ode To Christmas“, Kultuurituur (2016); Mixed Choir of The European Capital Of Culture, conductor Veronika Portsmuth
-
Magnificat2014
5'
mixed choir
Fp: Estonian National Opera Boys' Choir, conductor Hirvo Surva; May 30, 2014, Basel Peterskirche, European Festival of Youth Choirs Basel, Switzerland
Works for female choir a cappella
-
Two Songs on Texts by Ellen Niit [Kaks laulu Ellen Niidu sõnadele]For the 60th birthday of Female Choir of the Estonian Academy of Sciences
1. Let Me Be a Bird (Las ma olen lind)
2. I Get the Warm Light of Your Eye (Saan kaasa sinu pilgu sooja tule)
2018
9'
female choir
Text: Ellen Niit
Fp: Female Choir of the Estonian Academy of Sciences, conductor Andrus Siimon; November 17, 2019, Tallinn House of Blackheads
-
Liverwort [Sinilill]For the birthday of Women's Choir of the University of Tartu
2017
4'
female choi
Text: Kersti Merilaas
Fp: Women's Choir of the University of Tartu, conductor Ülle Sakarias; March 10, 2019, University of Tartu Assembly Hall
-
Thoughts of Young Woman [Noore naise mõtted]1. Young Ladu (Tütarlaps, text: Marie Heiberg)
2. A Wish (Soov, text: Kersti Merilaas)
3. I Believe in Love (Mina usun armastust, text: Anna Haava)
4. I'm a Stitchy Girl (Olen tüdruk sukasilmne, text: Eda Ahi)
5. Bohemian (Boheem, text: Kersti Merilaas)
6. Lots Don't Have... (Paljudel pole..., text: Viivi Luik)
7. What If...? (Mis oleks kui... ?, text: Viivi Luik)
8. Youth (Noorus, text: Kristiina Ehin)
9. September Song No. 4 (Septembrilaulud nr. 4, text: Viivi Luik)
10. I Write... (Ma kirjutan..., text: Marie Heiberg)
11. This Girl Won't Come Anymore (See tüdruk ei tule enam, text: Doris Kareva)
2017
40'
female choir
Text: Marie Heiberg, Kersti Merilaas, Anna Haava, Eda Ahi, Viivi Luik, Kristiina Ehin, Doris Kareva
Fp: Female chamber choir Sireen, Girls' choir Kammerhääled, conductor Ingrid Roose; March 3, 2018, Tallinn Creative Hub (Kultuurikatel)
CD „Südames on Eesti“, Kõrvale Pai (2022); Academic Female Choir of Tallinn University of Technology, conductors Edmar Tuul and Karin Tuul (only „I Believe in Love“)
CD „Rasmus Puur. Noore naise mõtted“, Kõrvale Pai (2017); Female chamber choir Sireen, Girls' choir Kammerhääled, conductor Ingrid Roose
-
Three Songs on Texts by Doris Kareva [Kolm laulu Doris Kareva tekstidele]1. Life Has No Story (Elul ei ole lugu)
2. Only What Never Really Happened Is Always at Hand (Ainus, mis alati käes)
3. Close Your Eyes (Sule silmad...)
2013
12'
female choir
Text: Doris Kareva
Fp: Estonian TV Girls' Choir, conductor Rasmus Puur; January 19, 2014, Glass Hall of Tallinn Song Festival Grounds
-
Geese, Swans [Haned, luiged]2012
4'
feale choir
Text: Ly Seppel
CD "Seedlings", Academic Women's Choir of the University of Tartu (2015); Academic Women's Choir of the University of Tartu, conductor Triin Koch
Works for male choir a cappella
-
Reaalselt realistDedicated to Tallinn Secondary School of Science, written to the school's 135th anniversary
2016
4'
male choir
Text: Laur Lomper
Fp: Joint male choir of the high schoolers and alumni of Tallinn Secondary School of Science, conductor Edmar Tuul; October 1, 2016, Estonia Concert Hall, concert-ceremony of the 135th anniversary of Tallinn Secondary School of Science
-
I Believe in Love [Mina usun armastust]2015
4'
male choir
Text: Anna Haava
Fp: Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, conductor Hirvo Surva; November 9, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Take Me Along [Vii mind ühes]2015
4'
male choir
Text: Ernst Enno
Fp: Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, conductor Hirvo Surva; November 9, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Thoughts of Youn Man [Noore mehe mõtted]1. End and Beginning (Lõpp ja algus, text: Gustav Suits)
2. Young Blacksmiths (Noored sepad, text: Gustav Suits)
3. Take Me Along (Vii mind ühes, text: Ernst Enno)
4. Three Looks (Kolm pilku, text: Hando Runnel)
5. I'd Like to Sing (Tahaks laulda, text: Hando Runnel)
6. Speak Quietly (Räägi tasa (Betti Alver)
7. Uprisal (Ülestõus, text: Hando Runnel)
8. We Are Fragile Under the Shell (Oma koore all oleme haprad, text: Veiko Tubin)
9. I Give Away My Weight (Oma raskuse annan ma ära, text: Doris Kareva)
10. I Believe in Love (Mina usun armastust, text: Anna Haava)
2015-2017
28'
male choir
Text: Gustav Suits, Ernst Enno, Hando Runnel, Betti Alver, Veiko Tubin, Doris Kareva, Anna Haava
Fp: Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, conductor Hirvo Surva; March 3, 2017, Tallinn Creative Hub (Kultuurikatel)
-
We Are Fragile Under the Shell [Oma koore all oleme haprad]2015
4'
male choir
Text: Veiko Tubin
Fp: Young Male Choir of the Estonian National Opera, conductor Hirvo Surva; November 9, 2015, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Ave Maria2012
5'
male choir
Fp: Estonian National Male Choir, conductor Rasmus Erismaa; March 8, 2012, Mustla People's House
Works for mixed boys' choir a cappella
-
My Home [Minu kodu]2018
4'
mixed boys' choir or mixed choir
Text: Karl Eduard Sööt
Fp: Joint choir of the Estonian Male Song Society, conductor Rasmus Puur; June 16, 2018, Kuressaare Castle Courtyard
Distributor: EMIC RP 020
-
We Sing [Me laulame]2018
3'
mixed boys' choir or mixed choir
Text: Kalju Lepik
Fp: Joint choir of the Estonian Male Song Society, conductor Rasmus Puur; June 16, 2018, Kuressaare Castle Courtyard
Distributor: EMIC RP 018
-
The Song2014
4'
mixed boy's choir, piano or mixed boys' choir and 2 vocal ensembles
Text: Veiko Tubin (in English)
Fp: Joint choir of the international boys' choirs festival, vocal ensemble Noorkuu and Nur Wir, conductor Hirvo Surva; June 20, 2015, Tartu Festival Arena
Commissioned by: International Boys' Choir Festival Estonia 2015
Works for vocal ensemble
MUSIC FOR CHILDREN
Songs for children
-
This Winter's Christmas Diary [Selle talve jõulupäevik]2014
5'
voice, piano
Text: Laur Lomper
Fp: Boys' ensemble of Tallinn Secondary School of Science, Kai Anier (piano); December 16, 2015, Kloostri Ait, Tallinn
Instrumental works for children
-
2021
3'
2 pianos
Fp: Piano duo Kadri-Ann Sumera & Talvi Hunt; April 23, 2021, online concert from Tartu Heino Eller Music School, Tubin Hall, Estonian Music Days & Baltic Music Days
Commissioned by: Estonian Music Days
Distributor: EMIC RP 001
-
Six Pieces for Cello and Piano [Kuus pala tšellole ja klaverile]1. Tuuline (Windy)
2. Pilvine (Cloudy)
3. Vihmane (Rainy)
4. Tsüklonid (Cyclonic winds)
5. Tormine (Stormy)
6. Põud (Drought)
2021
cello, piano
Publisher: Estonian String Teachers Association
Distributor: Publication of Estonian String Teachers Association (2022) is available in EMIC Music Store -
Guard Over Me [Valva mu üle]Obligatory piece at the Rudolf Tobias Competition for Piano Students
2018
3'
piano
Fp: June 4, 2018, Käina Hobby and Culture Centre, Hiiumaa
Distributor: EMIC RP 022
-
Ballerina [Baleriin]1. Ballerina and Music Box
2. Ballerina and Prince
3. Ballerina and Crush
4. Ballerina and Sadness
5. Ballerina and Consolation
2014
10'
flute, harp
Fp: Susanne Rull (flute) and Lisanne Rull (harp)
INCIDENTAL MUSIC
Music to plays
-
Music for Nick Payne's play „Constellations“ [Muusika Nick Payne’i näidendile „Tähtede seis“]2018
Fp: October 6, 2018, Ugala Theatre, Viljandi, stage director Ringo Ramul
-
Music for Marc Norman/Tom Stoppard/Lee Hall's play „Shakespeare in Love" [Muusika Marc Normani/Tom Stoppardi/Lee Halli näidendile „Armunud Shakespeare“]2016
Fp: November 27, 2016, Estonian Drama Theatre, stage director Georg Malvius
-
Music for Arto Paasilinna's play „The Best Village in the World“ [Muusika Arto Paasilinna näidendile „Maailma parim küla“]2015
Fp: June 19, 2015, Rakvere Theatre, stage director Jaanus Rohumaa
-
Music for Kinoteater's play „Girls Don't Cry or Katharina's Mission“ [Muusika Kinoteatri näidendile „Tüdrukud ei nuta ehk Katharina lähetamine“]2015
Fp: July 3, 2015, Nargen Opera and Kinoteater, Naissaar island, Omar's barn, stage directors Paavo Piik and Paul Piik
-
Music for Paul-Eerik Rummo's and Viiu Härm's play „High Kõpu Hills“ [Muusika Paul-Eerik Rummo ja Viiu Härmi näidendile „Körged, körged Köpu mäged“]2014
Fp: July 25, 2014, Estonian Stage-Managers Theatre Troupe, stage director Ingo Normet
-
Music for William Shakespeare's play „Hamlet“ [Muusika William Shakespeare’i näidendile „Hamlet“]2012
Fp: October 27, 2012, Tallinn City Theatre, stage director Priit Võigemast
POPULAR MUSIC
Works for light music orchestra
-
Song of Friends No. 84 [Sõprade laul nr 84]arrangement of the string trio from 2016
2017
4'
symphony orchestra: 2222, 3231, 2, 2 keyboards, electic guitar, bass guitar, drum set, strings
Fp: Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; May 25, 2017, 1st Studio of Estonian Public Broadcasting
-
Waltz of Snowmen [Lumememmede valss]2013
3'
chamber orchestra: 2221, 2222, 3, harp, piano, celesta, guitar, bass guitar, strings
CD „Lumevalgus“, Noorteorkester Reaalmažoor, MTÜ Kõrvale pai (2013); Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Edmar Tuul
Popular songs
-
Christmas Dreams [Jõuluunistused]2014
4'
voice, piano, string orchestra
Text: Veiko Tubin
Fp: Liisi Koikson (vocal), Joel Remmel (piano), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur
-
Look And You'll See [Vaata ja sa näed...]2014
4'
2 voices, piano, string orchestra
Text: Veiko Tubin
Fp: Märt Avandi (vocal), Hanna-Liina Võsa (vocal), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Edmar Tuul; November 3, 2014, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church
-
Winter Night [Talve öö]2014
6'
voice, piano, string orchestra
Text: Juhan Liiv
Fp: Riho Sibul (vocal), Joel Remmel (piano), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur
-
Christmas Wishes [Jõulusoovid]2013
3'
voice, piano, string quartet
Text: Leelo Tungal
Fp: Riho Sibul (vocal), Rain Rämmal (piano), Egert Leinsaar (violin), Peeter Margus (violin), Madis Järvi (violin), Kristian Plink (cello)
-
Consolation2013
3'
voice, piano, string orchestra
Text: Veiko Tubin, Rasmus Puur
Fp: Mari Pokinen (vocal), Youth Orchestra Reaalmažoor, conductor Rasmus Puur; November 9, 2013, Tallinn, Swedish St. Michael's Church