On February 5, 2026, a forum titled Concert Organization as an Integral Part of the Art of Interpretation will take place, organized in cooperation between the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, the Estonian Performers’ Union, and the Estonian Music Council. The forum will address topics related to interpretation from various perspectives. Speakers will include performers as well as professionals involved in concert organization, media, and cultural policy.
All interested parties are welcome to attend the forum!
The livestream can be followed on the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre’s YouTube channel HERE.
Date: February 5, 2026
Time: 15:00–17:30
Venue: Chamber Hall, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre
Forum Programme
Concert Organization as an Integral Part of the Art of Interpretation
How do I see concert life in Estonia?
Performers awarded the title EIL Performer of the Year will take the stage in a 3-minute format.
The performer today – what values do they represent?
Henry-David Varema, Member of the Board of the Estonian Performers’ Union
Cultural policy priorities and their impact on the development of the art of interpretation
Kertu Aksiim, Music Adviser, Ministry of Culture
On the role of the media in reflecting the art of interpretation and its values in society.
Karmel Killandi, Head of Entertainment Programmes, Estonian Public Broadcasting
The concert venue’s perspective – opportunities and obstacles in developing concert life
Andreas Väljamäe, Member of the Board, Viimsi Artium
Panel Discussion
How do funding and audience trends influence the sustainability of concert life?
Participants: Maarit Kangron (Eesti Kontsert), Saale Fischer (Floridante, Estonian Music Festivals), Kadri Leivategija (Heino Eller Music School), Pille Lill (Centre for Professional Development of Musicians, Association of Private Concert Organizations), Ivari Ilja (Estonian Music Council, EMTA)
Moderator: H.-D. Varema
Open Microphone
Summary of the Day