In recognition of Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector, the Estonian Music Council has been awarding music prizes since 2002.<\/p>\n\n
Purpose<\/h3>\n\n
To recognize musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of Estonian music.The Board of the Estonian Music Council decides on the number and amount of prizes, based on available resources.<\/p>\n\n
Preemia v\u00f5ib m\u00e4\u00e4rata<\/h3>\n\n\n
heliloojale kogu oma loomingulise panuse eest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
for a performer or ensemble in the field of classical music or jazz, in recognition of focused and effective creative activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
to a musicologist or music critic<\/li>\n\n\n\n
to a pedagogue for outstanding work or effectiveness in developing education within their field<\/li>\n\n\n\n
to a public figure who plays a significant role in national or international musical life across multiple fields<\/li>\n\n\n\n
to a music institution for outstanding contributions to the promotion of musical life<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n
Award Categories<\/h3>\n\n
Composition AwardInterpretation AwardAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life<\/p>\n\n
Nomination of Candidates<\/h3>\n\n
Candidates may be nominated by all members of the Estonian Music Council.The deadline for submitting nominations is determined by the Board of the Estonian Music Council.The awards are presented on International Music Day, 1 October.The recipients of the awards are decided by a jury, which consists of the Board of the Estonian Music Council and a representative of the award donor, who participates in deciding the sponsored award. <\/p>\n\n
Jury<\/h3>\n\n
The laureates of the music awards are selected by the Board of the Estonian Music Council and a representative of the award donor, who participates in deciding the sponsored award.<\/p>\n\n
Ceremony<\/h3>\n\n
International Music Day on 1 October culminates in a festive ceremony honoring individuals who have distinguished themselves in Estonian musical culture.<\/p>\n\n
Award Keepsake<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n
Laureates<\/h3>\n\nLaureates 2025<\/summary>\n
Interpretation Award \u2013 Olari Elts<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Outstanding interpretative activity and a significant contribution to the artistic development of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The award is supported by the Estonian Performers\u2019 Union.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Award for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Arne Mikk<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An exceptional contribution to the development of Estonian opera.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2024<\/summary>\n
Composition Award \u2013 Robert J\u00fcrjendal \u2013 for an original musical language and a diverse body of compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interpretation Award \u2013 Age Juurikas \u2013 for outstanding concert activity as a pianist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Award for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Aarne Saluveer \u2013 for his contribution to the Estonian choral movement and music education.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2023<\/summary>\n
Composition Award \u2013 Tauno Aints<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A versatile and distinctive body of compositions that brings together different genres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interpretation Award \u2013 Ain Anger<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Distinguished representation of Estonian vocal art on the world\u2019s opera and concert stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Award for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Karmel Killandi<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Long-standing, mission-driven coverage of Estonian musical life on television.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2022<\/summary>\n
A prolific body of work that convincingly unites vivid theatricality, humor, and diverse styles, ranging from chamber music to opera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interpretation Award<\/em> \u2013 piano duo Kai Ratassepp and Mati Mikalai<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For focused and artistically high-level creative activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Award for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Villu Veski<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A jazz musician, a generator and implementer of exciting ideas, and the organizer of the Juu J\u00e4\u00e4b festival for over a quarter of a century.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2021<\/summary>\n
Interpretation Award \u2013 Olari Elts<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Composition Award \u2013 Peeter V\u00e4hi<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interpretation Award \u2013 Arvo Volmer<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Award for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Hirvo Surva<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2020<\/summary>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n![M\u00e4rt-Matis Lill<\/a> \u2013 for a significant contribution to Estonian composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Lembit Saarsalu<\/a> \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Madis Kolk<\/a> \u2013 for his substantial contribution to concert organization.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2017<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Reinvere<\/a> \u2013 for a body of work with a global scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsioonipreemia \u2013 PAAVO J\u00c4RVI \u2013 tippdirigendina eesti muusika maailmakaardil hoidmise eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Evi Aruj\u00e4r<\/a>v \u2013 for her invaluable contribution to the interpretation and understanding of Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2016<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 \u00dclo Krigul \u2013 for his brilliant and genre-diverse body of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Vello P\u00e4hn \u2013 for his significant contribution to the artistic development of the Estonian National Opera.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiina Mattisen \u2013 for her long-standing contribution to interpreting and documenting musical culture.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2015<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Anti Marguste<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Piano Duo \u2013 Nata-Ly Sakkos and Toivo Pe\u00e4ske<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Linda Madalik<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2014<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Rein Rannap<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Alperten<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Vardo Rumessen<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Kaubamaja AS, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.The value of each award is 3,500 euros. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2013<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 SVEN GR\u00dcNBERG<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Chamber Orchestra<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiia J\u00e4rg<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2012<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Arvo P\u00e4rt<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Neeme J\u00e4rvi<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Marje Lohuaru<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2011<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ren\u00e9 Eespere \u2013 for a compelling body of work imbued with national, cultural, and fundamental human values.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Naissoo \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Ants Saluraid \u2013 the Guardian of Estonian pianos.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2010<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Eino Tamberg \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, for his deeply human and uplifting compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Kaljuste \u2013 for his powerful interpretative activity in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Anne Erm \u2013 for her long-term and far-reaching contribution to jazz.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2009<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Veljo Tormis \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, who gave new life to the heritage of Estonian and kindred peoples.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Eri Klas \u2013 for decades of outstanding work as a conductor.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Laine Leichter \u2013 the legendary teacher behind a powerful school of cellists.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2008<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ester M\u00e4gi \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 NYYD Ensemble \u2013 for making Estonian and international contemporary music audible and engaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Toomas Siitan \u2013 a driving force of early music as a pedagogue, scholar, and performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported respectively by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Merko Ehitus, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe jury, consisting of Peep Lassmann, Olav Ehala, Urvi Haasma, J\u00fcri Leiten, Jaan-Eik Tulve, \u00dclo Krigul, Andres Siitan, and Timo Steiner, selected the award laureates from among 30 candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2007<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu K\u00f5rvits \u2013 for his colorful contribution to Estonian orchestral music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Aile Asszonyi \u2013 for vocal mastery and brilliant roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Jaan Ross \u2013 for his era-defining music publications and for his contributions to bringing Estonian musicology to the international arena.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2006<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Toivo Tulev \u2013 for the creation of outstanding musical works.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2005<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Olav Ehala \u2013 for a body of compositions that unites generations, tastes, and hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Arvo Leibur \u2013 for his contribution to shaping the sound of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra and for outstanding solo performance activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala (born 1950) is one of the most beloved and frequently performed Estonian composers. He has written music for more than sixty stage productions, the most notable of which include: <\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala is the composer of \u201cNukitsamees\u201d (both the film and musical versions) and the musicals \u201cSabata krokodill,\u201d \u201cOliver ja Jennyfer,\u201d \u201cJohnny,\u201d \u201cBurattino,\u201d \u201cThijl Ulenspiegel,\u201d and \u201cKaotajad.\u201dHe has written music for more than 40 films, including \u201cDon Juan Tallinnas,\u201d \u201cKaroliine h\u00f5bel\u00f5ng,\u201d \u201cTap\u00f6\u00f6r,\u201d \u201cTulivesi,\u201d \u201cLurjus,\u201d \u201cKallis H\u00e4rra Q,\u201d Priit P\u00e4rn\u2019s animated films \u201cJa teeb trikke\u2026,\u201d \u201cHarjutusi iseseisvaks eluks,\u201d \u201cKolmnurk,\u201d \u201cAeg maha,\u201d \u201cEine murul,\u201d \u201cHotell E,\u201d \u201c1895,\u201d \u201cPorgandite \u00f6\u00f6,\u201d \u201cKarl ja Marilyn,\u201d Riho Unt\u2019s \u201cKapsapea,\u201d \u201cTagasi Euroopasse,\u201d \u201cPliuhkam internetis,\u201d the series \u201cTom ja Fluffy\u201d and \u201cLotte\u201d by Janno P\u00f5ldma and Heiki Ernits, and Rao Heidmets\u2019s \u201cPapa Carlo teater\u201d and \u201cNoblesse Oblige,\u201d among others.Since 1991, Olav Ehala has been a faculty member at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and since 2001 he has served as Chairman of the Estonian Composers\u2019 Union. <\/p>\n\n\n\nArvo Leibur (born 1964) has distinguished himself in both Estonian and Dutch musical life as a concertmaster and soloist with various orchestras. He is in his fifth season as concertmaster of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestraand has served as concertmaster of the Amsterdam-based Holland Symfonia since 1995. He has appeared as a soloist with the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra on more than 20 occasions since 1981.In addition to solo concerts, he has attracted the attention of audiences and music critics alike for his filigree orchestral solos and his work as a chamber musician. In Estonia, his most significant chamber music partners have included pianists Lauri V\u00e4inmaa, Vardo Rumessen, Ivari Ilja, and Peep Lassmann; clarinetist Toomas Vavilov; cellist Henry-David Varema; violinist Martti M\u00e4gi; guitarist Heiki M\u00e4tlik; and percussionist Terje Terasmaa. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2004<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Helena Tulve \u2013 for her outstanding contribution to Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Irina Zahharenkova \u2013 for her concert activity and successful performances at international competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Endel Lippus \u2013 for his services in the development of Estonian music education.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPreemiad antakse pidulikult \u00fcle rahvusvahelisele muusikap\u00e4evale p\u00fchendatud ERSO kontserdil, 1.oktoobril \u201cEstonia\u201d kontserdisaalis. Preemiate suurus on 50 000 krooni. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2004. a. The awarding of the prizes is supported by Olympic Casino Eesti AS, Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Estonian National Opera, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and the Commission for the Distribution of Private Copying Compensation. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Estonian Music Council awards music prizes to recognize Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector.The jury\u2014comprising the Board of the Estonian Music Council together with representatives of the donors\u2014selects the award recipients from among the candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2003<\/summary>\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Andres Mustonen and Hortus Musicus \u2013 for long-term, focused, and successful creative activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsiooni preemia: ANDRES MUSTONEN ja ANSAMBEL HORTUS MUSICUS \u2013 pikaajalise sihip\u00e4rase ja tulemusliku loomingulise tegevuse eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Valter Ojak\u00e4\u00e4r \u2013 for his major contribution to the development of Estonian jazz music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2002<\/summary>\nEstonian Radio Klassikaraadio \u2013 for active coverage of musical life and for introducing and promoting the works of Estonian composers and performers both in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In recognition of Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector, the Estonian Music Council has been awarding music prizes since 2002.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1910,"menu_order":1,"template":"","class_list":["post-1958","tegevused","type-tegevused","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused\/1958","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/tegevused"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1910"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1958"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}](\"http:\/\/www.emc.ee\/file\/2018\/10\/lill.jpg\"){kind=link}
![Lembit Saarsalu<\/a> \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Madis Kolk<\/a> \u2013 for his substantial contribution to concert organization.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2017<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Reinvere<\/a> \u2013 for a body of work with a global scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsioonipreemia \u2013 PAAVO J\u00c4RVI \u2013 tippdirigendina eesti muusika maailmakaardil hoidmise eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Evi Aruj\u00e4r<\/a>v \u2013 for her invaluable contribution to the interpretation and understanding of Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2016<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 \u00dclo Krigul \u2013 for his brilliant and genre-diverse body of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Vello P\u00e4hn \u2013 for his significant contribution to the artistic development of the Estonian National Opera.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiina Mattisen \u2013 for her long-standing contribution to interpreting and documenting musical culture.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2015<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Anti Marguste<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Piano Duo \u2013 Nata-Ly Sakkos and Toivo Pe\u00e4ske<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Linda Madalik<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2014<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Rein Rannap<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Alperten<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Vardo Rumessen<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Kaubamaja AS, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.The value of each award is 3,500 euros. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2013<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 SVEN GR\u00dcNBERG<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Chamber Orchestra<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiia J\u00e4rg<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2012<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Arvo P\u00e4rt<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Neeme J\u00e4rvi<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Marje Lohuaru<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2011<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ren\u00e9 Eespere \u2013 for a compelling body of work imbued with national, cultural, and fundamental human values.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Naissoo \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Ants Saluraid \u2013 the Guardian of Estonian pianos.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2010<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Eino Tamberg \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, for his deeply human and uplifting compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Kaljuste \u2013 for his powerful interpretative activity in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Anne Erm \u2013 for her long-term and far-reaching contribution to jazz.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2009<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Veljo Tormis \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, who gave new life to the heritage of Estonian and kindred peoples.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Eri Klas \u2013 for decades of outstanding work as a conductor.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Laine Leichter \u2013 the legendary teacher behind a powerful school of cellists.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2008<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ester M\u00e4gi \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 NYYD Ensemble \u2013 for making Estonian and international contemporary music audible and engaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Toomas Siitan \u2013 a driving force of early music as a pedagogue, scholar, and performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported respectively by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Merko Ehitus, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe jury, consisting of Peep Lassmann, Olav Ehala, Urvi Haasma, J\u00fcri Leiten, Jaan-Eik Tulve, \u00dclo Krigul, Andres Siitan, and Timo Steiner, selected the award laureates from among 30 candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2007<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu K\u00f5rvits \u2013 for his colorful contribution to Estonian orchestral music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Aile Asszonyi \u2013 for vocal mastery and brilliant roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Jaan Ross \u2013 for his era-defining music publications and for his contributions to bringing Estonian musicology to the international arena.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2006<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Toivo Tulev \u2013 for the creation of outstanding musical works.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2005<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Olav Ehala \u2013 for a body of compositions that unites generations, tastes, and hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Arvo Leibur \u2013 for his contribution to shaping the sound of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra and for outstanding solo performance activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala (born 1950) is one of the most beloved and frequently performed Estonian composers. He has written music for more than sixty stage productions, the most notable of which include: <\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala is the composer of \u201cNukitsamees\u201d (both the film and musical versions) and the musicals \u201cSabata krokodill,\u201d \u201cOliver ja Jennyfer,\u201d \u201cJohnny,\u201d \u201cBurattino,\u201d \u201cThijl Ulenspiegel,\u201d and \u201cKaotajad.\u201dHe has written music for more than 40 films, including \u201cDon Juan Tallinnas,\u201d \u201cKaroliine h\u00f5bel\u00f5ng,\u201d \u201cTap\u00f6\u00f6r,\u201d \u201cTulivesi,\u201d \u201cLurjus,\u201d \u201cKallis H\u00e4rra Q,\u201d Priit P\u00e4rn\u2019s animated films \u201cJa teeb trikke\u2026,\u201d \u201cHarjutusi iseseisvaks eluks,\u201d \u201cKolmnurk,\u201d \u201cAeg maha,\u201d \u201cEine murul,\u201d \u201cHotell E,\u201d \u201c1895,\u201d \u201cPorgandite \u00f6\u00f6,\u201d \u201cKarl ja Marilyn,\u201d Riho Unt\u2019s \u201cKapsapea,\u201d \u201cTagasi Euroopasse,\u201d \u201cPliuhkam internetis,\u201d the series \u201cTom ja Fluffy\u201d and \u201cLotte\u201d by Janno P\u00f5ldma and Heiki Ernits, and Rao Heidmets\u2019s \u201cPapa Carlo teater\u201d and \u201cNoblesse Oblige,\u201d among others.Since 1991, Olav Ehala has been a faculty member at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and since 2001 he has served as Chairman of the Estonian Composers\u2019 Union. <\/p>\n\n\n\nArvo Leibur (born 1964) has distinguished himself in both Estonian and Dutch musical life as a concertmaster and soloist with various orchestras. He is in his fifth season as concertmaster of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestraand has served as concertmaster of the Amsterdam-based Holland Symfonia since 1995. He has appeared as a soloist with the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra on more than 20 occasions since 1981.In addition to solo concerts, he has attracted the attention of audiences and music critics alike for his filigree orchestral solos and his work as a chamber musician. In Estonia, his most significant chamber music partners have included pianists Lauri V\u00e4inmaa, Vardo Rumessen, Ivari Ilja, and Peep Lassmann; clarinetist Toomas Vavilov; cellist Henry-David Varema; violinist Martti M\u00e4gi; guitarist Heiki M\u00e4tlik; and percussionist Terje Terasmaa. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2004<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Helena Tulve \u2013 for her outstanding contribution to Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Irina Zahharenkova \u2013 for her concert activity and successful performances at international competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Endel Lippus \u2013 for his services in the development of Estonian music education.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPreemiad antakse pidulikult \u00fcle rahvusvahelisele muusikap\u00e4evale p\u00fchendatud ERSO kontserdil, 1.oktoobril \u201cEstonia\u201d kontserdisaalis. Preemiate suurus on 50 000 krooni. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2004. a. The awarding of the prizes is supported by Olympic Casino Eesti AS, Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Estonian National Opera, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and the Commission for the Distribution of Private Copying Compensation. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Estonian Music Council awards music prizes to recognize Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector.The jury\u2014comprising the Board of the Estonian Music Council together with representatives of the donors\u2014selects the award recipients from among the candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2003<\/summary>\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Andres Mustonen and Hortus Musicus \u2013 for long-term, focused, and successful creative activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsiooni preemia: ANDRES MUSTONEN ja ANSAMBEL HORTUS MUSICUS \u2013 pikaajalise sihip\u00e4rase ja tulemusliku loomingulise tegevuse eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Valter Ojak\u00e4\u00e4r \u2013 for his major contribution to the development of Estonian jazz music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2002<\/summary>\nEstonian Radio Klassikaraadio \u2013 for active coverage of musical life and for introducing and promoting the works of Estonian composers and performers both in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In recognition of Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector, the Estonian Music Council has been awarding music prizes since 2002.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1910,"menu_order":1,"template":"","class_list":["post-1958","tegevused","type-tegevused","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused\/1958","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/tegevused"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1910"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1958"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}](\"http:\/\/www.emc.ee\/file\/2018\/10\/saarsalu.jpg\"){kind=link}
![Madis Kolk<\/a> \u2013 for his substantial contribution to concert organization.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2017<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Reinvere<\/a> \u2013 for a body of work with a global scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsioonipreemia \u2013 PAAVO J\u00c4RVI \u2013 tippdirigendina eesti muusika maailmakaardil hoidmise eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Evi Aruj\u00e4r<\/a>v \u2013 for her invaluable contribution to the interpretation and understanding of Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2016<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 \u00dclo Krigul \u2013 for his brilliant and genre-diverse body of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Vello P\u00e4hn \u2013 for his significant contribution to the artistic development of the Estonian National Opera.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiina Mattisen \u2013 for her long-standing contribution to interpreting and documenting musical culture.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2015<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Anti Marguste<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Piano Duo \u2013 Nata-Ly Sakkos and Toivo Pe\u00e4ske<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Linda Madalik<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2014<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Rein Rannap<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 J\u00fcri Alperten<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Vardo Rumessen<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Kaubamaja AS, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.The value of each award is 3,500 euros. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2013<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 SVEN GR\u00dcNBERG<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Tallinn Chamber Orchestra<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Tiia J\u00e4rg<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2012<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Arvo P\u00e4rt<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Neeme J\u00e4rvi<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Marje Lohuaru<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2011<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ren\u00e9 Eespere \u2013 for a compelling body of work imbued with national, cultural, and fundamental human values.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Naissoo \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Ants Saluraid \u2013 the Guardian of Estonian pianos.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2010<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Eino Tamberg \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, for his deeply human and uplifting compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu Kaljuste \u2013 for his powerful interpretative activity in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Anne Erm \u2013 for her long-term and far-reaching contribution to jazz.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2009<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Veljo Tormis \u2013 to a towering figure of Estonian music, who gave new life to the heritage of Estonian and kindred peoples.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Eri Klas \u2013 for decades of outstanding work as a conductor.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Laine Leichter \u2013 the legendary teacher behind a powerful school of cellists.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2008<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Ester M\u00e4gi \u2013 a towering figure of Estonian composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 NYYD Ensemble \u2013 for making Estonian and international contemporary music audible and engaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward Laureate for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Toomas Siitan \u2013 a driving force of early music as a pedagogue, scholar, and performer.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe awarding of the prizes is supported respectively by Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Merko Ehitus, and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia \u2013 Sound Art Endowment.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe jury, consisting of Peep Lassmann, Olav Ehala, Urvi Haasma, J\u00fcri Leiten, Jaan-Eik Tulve, \u00dclo Krigul, Andres Siitan, and Timo Steiner, selected the award laureates from among 30 candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2007<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 T\u00f5nu K\u00f5rvits \u2013 for his colorful contribution to Estonian orchestral music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Aile Asszonyi \u2013 for vocal mastery and brilliant roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Jaan Ross \u2013 for his era-defining music publications and for his contributions to bringing Estonian musicology to the international arena.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2006<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Toivo Tulev \u2013 for the creation of outstanding musical works.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Andres Uibo \u2013 for his 20 years of leadership of an international organ festival and for organizing other significant music events.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2005<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Olav Ehala \u2013 for a body of compositions that unites generations, tastes, and hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Arvo Leibur \u2013 for his contribution to shaping the sound of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra and for outstanding solo performance activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala (born 1950) is one of the most beloved and frequently performed Estonian composers. He has written music for more than sixty stage productions, the most notable of which include: <\/p>\n\n\n\nOlav Ehala is the composer of \u201cNukitsamees\u201d (both the film and musical versions) and the musicals \u201cSabata krokodill,\u201d \u201cOliver ja Jennyfer,\u201d \u201cJohnny,\u201d \u201cBurattino,\u201d \u201cThijl Ulenspiegel,\u201d and \u201cKaotajad.\u201dHe has written music for more than 40 films, including \u201cDon Juan Tallinnas,\u201d \u201cKaroliine h\u00f5bel\u00f5ng,\u201d \u201cTap\u00f6\u00f6r,\u201d \u201cTulivesi,\u201d \u201cLurjus,\u201d \u201cKallis H\u00e4rra Q,\u201d Priit P\u00e4rn\u2019s animated films \u201cJa teeb trikke\u2026,\u201d \u201cHarjutusi iseseisvaks eluks,\u201d \u201cKolmnurk,\u201d \u201cAeg maha,\u201d \u201cEine murul,\u201d \u201cHotell E,\u201d \u201c1895,\u201d \u201cPorgandite \u00f6\u00f6,\u201d \u201cKarl ja Marilyn,\u201d Riho Unt\u2019s \u201cKapsapea,\u201d \u201cTagasi Euroopasse,\u201d \u201cPliuhkam internetis,\u201d the series \u201cTom ja Fluffy\u201d and \u201cLotte\u201d by Janno P\u00f5ldma and Heiki Ernits, and Rao Heidmets\u2019s \u201cPapa Carlo teater\u201d and \u201cNoblesse Oblige,\u201d among others.Since 1991, Olav Ehala has been a faculty member at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and since 2001 he has served as Chairman of the Estonian Composers\u2019 Union. <\/p>\n\n\n\nArvo Leibur (born 1964) has distinguished himself in both Estonian and Dutch musical life as a concertmaster and soloist with various orchestras. He is in his fifth season as concertmaster of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestraand has served as concertmaster of the Amsterdam-based Holland Symfonia since 1995. He has appeared as a soloist with the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra on more than 20 occasions since 1981.In addition to solo concerts, he has attracted the attention of audiences and music critics alike for his filigree orchestral solos and his work as a chamber musician. In Estonia, his most significant chamber music partners have included pianists Lauri V\u00e4inmaa, Vardo Rumessen, Ivari Ilja, and Peep Lassmann; clarinetist Toomas Vavilov; cellist Henry-David Varema; violinist Martti M\u00e4gi; guitarist Heiki M\u00e4tlik; and percussionist Terje Terasmaa. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2004<\/summary>\nComposition Award \u2013 Helena Tulve \u2013 for her outstanding contribution to Estonian contemporary music.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Irina Zahharenkova \u2013 for her concert activity and successful performances at international competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Endel Lippus \u2013 for his services in the development of Estonian music education.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPreemiad antakse pidulikult \u00fcle rahvusvahelisele muusikap\u00e4evale p\u00fchendatud ERSO kontserdil, 1.oktoobril \u201cEstonia\u201d kontserdisaalis. Preemiate suurus on 50 000 krooni. <\/p>\n\n\n\n2004. a. The awarding of the prizes is supported by Olympic Casino Eesti AS, Estonian Authors\u2019 Society, Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Estonian National Opera, Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and the Commission for the Distribution of Private Copying Compensation. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Estonian Music Council awards music prizes to recognize Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector.The jury\u2014comprising the Board of the Estonian Music Council together with representatives of the donors\u2014selects the award recipients from among the candidates nominated by members of the Estonian Music Council. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2003<\/summary>\nInterpretation Award \u2013 Andres Mustonen and Hortus Musicus \u2013 for long-term, focused, and successful creative activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInterpretatsiooni preemia: ANDRES MUSTONEN ja ANSAMBEL HORTUS MUSICUS \u2013 pikaajalise sihip\u00e4rase ja tulemusliku loomingulise tegevuse eest<\/p>\n\n\n\nAward for Significant and Outstanding Contribution to Musical Life \u2013 Valter Ojak\u00e4\u00e4r \u2013 for his major contribution to the development of Estonian jazz music.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\nLaureates 2002<\/summary>\nEstonian Radio Klassikaraadio \u2013 for active coverage of musical life and for introducing and promoting the works of Estonian composers and performers both in Estonia and internationally.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In recognition of Estonian musicians or music institutions whose activities have contributed to the development of the music sector, the Estonian Music Council has been awarding music prizes since 2002.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1910,"menu_order":1,"template":"","class_list":["post-1958","tegevused","type-tegevused","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused\/1958","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tegevused"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/tegevused"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1910"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/emc.ee\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1958"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}](\"http:\/\/www.emc.ee\/file\/2018\/10\/kolk.jpg\"){kind=link}