Ryoji Ikeda x Eesti Filharmoonia Kammerkoor / Ryoji Ikeda x Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir

 

Ryoji Ikeda is a world-renowned Japanese composer and artist best known for his large-scale spatial installations and audiovisual performances. Ikeda has visited Estonia once before — in 2015–2016, his solo exhibition “supersymmetry” was displayed at the Kumu Art Museum. The artist was awarded the Collide@CERN 2014 Prix Ars Electronica for this work.

 

In 2024, Ikeda will return to Estonia more impressively than ever, with a strong focus on Estonian science and art. In addition to his solo exhibition, for which the artist has created two unique artworks specifically for the spatial architecture of the Estonian National Museum, the world premiere of Ikeda's new choral music piece will take place on 2nd November. This piece has been created in collaboration with the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir and chief conductor Tõnu Kaljuste.

 

For Ikeda, who has primarily focused on electronic music throughout his career, this will be his first time creating a work for the human voice. The choral music piece will be performed only once in the European Capital of Culture, Tartu.

 

The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir has become one of the most renowned Estonian music ensembles in the world. The choir's repertoire ranges from Baroque music to contemporary works, embracing innovative musical events. For decades, they have been active on the international music scene, collaborating with esteemed conductors and orchestras at prestigious venues such as the Vienna Konzerthaus, Sydney Opera House, Royal Albert Hall in London and Carnegie Hall in New York, among others.

 

The choir's ongoing excellence is reflected in their recordings which have been nominated for a Grammy 16 times and won the prestigious award twice. In 2020, the BBC's Classical Music magazine selected the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir as one of the ten best choirs in the world.

Concert duration: 50 minutes.

 

ERM parking lots have marked accessible parking spaces. It is possible to move in ERM and between different floors with a wheelchair. ERM has two wheelchairs and two rollators for free use. If possible, please let us know in advance if you wish to use them by calling 736 3050. Accessible toilet is located in the lobby, priority is given to individuals with Toilet Access Card. Descriptions of ERM building and routes in text and audio files can be found HERE.

 

At the concert, there are unassigned seats in the hall (chairs with backs).

Hall attendants will direct you to the wheelchair spaces.

The sound of the concert is amplified.

 

If you require assistance to buy the concert tickets, please contact Piletilevi via e-mail info@piletilevi.ee or on working days from 9 am till 17 pm by phone +372 6 248 032.

 

If you require assistance to attend the concert, don't hesitate to contact us. We kindly request that you notify us of your needs at least 5 business days in advance: +372 5667 2037 or lee.saarsen@tartu2024.ee.

 

We recommend coming on foot, by bike or by public transport.

 

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Bus tickets within Estonia at tpilet.ee and train tickets at elron.ee

 

Distances from the Estonian National Museum (ERM)

Tartu bus station 2,800 m

Tartu railway station 3,800 m

 

The bicycle rental point of the city of Tartu is located by the Museum road, directly across the road from the ERM. Bicycle racks are located in the A-parking lot on the museum side. You can find more information about rental bikes in the city of Tartu here.

 

Nearest bus stops to ERM:

ERM (line 7)

Jänese (lines 8, 9, 21, 25, 735)

Orava (lines 8, 9, 25)

Tartu city line schedules: peatus.ee

 

When coming by car, share the ride with family or friends.

In ERM, disabled parking spaces are located in the A-parking lot.

ERM has accessible parking spaces in the A-parking lot for those who possess a blue badge. A valid blue badge for people with disabilities guarantees free parking in Tartu's paid parking zones. Please follow the parking rules when using private parking lots.

 

The concert is part of the main programme of the European Capital of Culture Tartu 2024.