"Aegis" is the only piece I composed on Kihnu island, where the vast sky reminds me that even in our smallness, we can grasp something greater.
Thanks to Erki Pehk & Sinfonietta Rīga (Café Budapest, Oct 5, 2018).
Excited for Sept 27 with Kristiina Poska & ERSO!
📷 2018
'Aegis' draws inspiration from Athena’s shield, symbolizing protection and strength. Thrilled to share it on Sept 27 with Kristiina Poska and the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra. Delighted the concert highlights Sibelius, a great inspiration to me.
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Here it is! My first work with Schott, "Aegis", was written over six years ago. I never imagined that the yellow-covered scores that inspired me — Hosokawa, Takemitsu, Ligeti, and more — would one day hold my music. ✨
"Aegis" @ Schott Music:
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Welcome to our @schottmusic family, @ElisHallik!
In a relaxed, personal atmosphere, we celebrated the signing of Elis Hallik's contract with us in Mainz.
We are already looking forward to the cooperation and the shared journey ahead of us.
A Truly Remarkable Day! I'm thrilled to announce that from now on, all of my works will be exclusively published by Schott Music. I am deeply moved and immensely grateful for this incredible opportunity, and I eagerly anticipate all that the future holds! @schottmusic
Thank you, Michal Lipták!
"... to follow the sound so intimately and consistently with Hallik is unique and brings nothing but pure joy."
Michal Lipták
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BlowUp magazine's review on Kairos: '/.../The combinations of various instruments offer specific perspectives depending on the piece, and it is undeniable that the composer has a skillful hand in identifying the most expressive solutions to maintain the tension/.../'
""Above" literally floats above us, like the clouds of changing chromatisms in Ligeti or the winter skies of Saariaho, leaving an undeniable beauty throughout its 7:52 minutes."
Thank you for the extensive review, Paco Yáñez! 🙏😊
A big thank you to the Estonian Composers' Union for the nomination. I am honored! It has been a good year, with a lot of work! Much strength and inspiration to all who contribute wholeheartedly, as there are indeed so many!
#RiiklikKultuuripreemia#NationalCulturalAward
Just read a wonderful review today. So much captured the essence of what you feel when you listen with your heart... 🙂 Thank you, Mirje M. Mändla and Teater.Muusika.Kino, for this wonderful album review in the January issue of TMK! Might translate it soon!
🎉 Thrilled to share that 'Born in Waves' is among the Best Albums of 2023, handpicked by British critic Simon Cummings from 5:4! Huge thanks to all contributors for making this a reality! 🌟🎶💖 Wishing everyone a fantastic New Year! ✨ #MusicHighlight#NewYearJoy#BornInWaves
Thrilled to discover my music featured on 'Women Who Have It' program at KKFI 90.1FM in the US. 🎶✨ Composers like Outi Tarkiainen, Edith Canat de Chizy, Olga Neuwirth, and more. 🌍 #MusicDiscovery#WomenInMusic#RadioSurprises
"To Become a Tree" had its Finnish premiere this week at the Olaus Petri Church in Helsinki, performed by the talented Zagros Ensemble.
The concert was titled: The Autumn Forest Echoes! 😌