Tallinn International Bach Music Festival

bachFest 2025

January 3rd 7 PM Tallinn Dome Church

ALTO GIOVE

Martin Karu, countertenor

Aare-Paul Lattik, organ

 

Johann Sebastian Bach:    

    Toccata and Fuga in d BWV 565

    Aria Vergnügte ruh from Cantata BWV 170

    Aaria Buss und Reu from The St Matthew Passion BWV 244

    Aaria Erbarme dich from The St Matthew Passion BWV 244

Jules Grison: Toccata in F

Georg Friedrich Händel: Aria Cara sposa from opera Rinaldo

Nicola Porpora: Aria Alto giove from opera Polifemo

Marcel Dupré: Finale from Evocation Op. 37 

 

Estonian countertenor Martin Karu, known for his captivating performances and exceptional vocal range, graces international stages with his operatic prowess. Martin Karu, a promising young opera singer, has honed his craft at the esteemed Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London, guided by renowned countertenor Andrew Watts. In 2023, he earned his Master's degree from the same institution.

His diverse repertoire spans from early Renaissance compositions to cutting-edge contemporary works. He has graced the stage in Baroque operas, soul-stirring oratorios, and the masterpieces of composers. Within his repertoire, you will find sensational compositions such as Bach's monumental works as well as Handel's oratorios. These are just a glimpse into works that one can find from his portfolio.

 

Aare-Paul Lattik studied the organ at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theater, where he completed his Master's degree. He has improved himself with Saint-Gervais church organist Aude Heurtematte in Lille and at the Lyon Conservatory, under the guidance of prof Louis Robilliard.

Laureate of several Estonian and international competitions, Aare-Paul Lattik has been the organist of the Swedish-Michael Church in Tallinn and a lecturer at the Estonian Music and Theater Academy. Being an active organist both in Estonia and abroad, he has recorded many solo albums. Last of them, recorded on the organ of the Tallinn Dome Church, was released in 2024 and has gained wide international attention.

Aare-Paul Lattik was awarded the title "Interpreter of the Year" by the Cultural Endowment of Estonia in 2023.