The album features sacred music representing three branches of Christianity found in the Baltic area: Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant.
Performer Biography
The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, founded in 1981, has an extensive repertoire from Gregorian chant to 20th-century music, with a focus on Estonian composers like Arvo Pärt and Veljo Tormis.
Album & Artwork
This album, "Baltic Voices 2," is the second in a series exploring the choral tradition of the Baltic Sea countries.
Performer Biography
Paul Hillier, the director of the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, was awarded the Estonian Cultural Prize in 2004.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded, edited, and mastered in DSD (Direct Stream Digital) at the Dome Church in Haapsalu, Estonia, in July 2003.
Performer Biography
The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir has received five Grammy® nominations for its numerous recordings.
Historical Context
The album highlights the unique fusion of West and East in the Baltic region, where different cultural forces coexist.
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