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Estonian World JULY 5, 2012 - by Silver Tambur

BRIAN ENO IMPRESSED BY THE ESTONIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION GIRLS' CHOIR

The Estonian Broadcasting Corporation Girls' Choir recently performed at the Camden Roundhouse in London, where they shared the bill with Grammy winner Imogen Heap and the rising star Ana Silvera. Present among the audience was one of the most successful producers (U2, Coldplay) in the world, the father of ambient music Brian Eno, who kindly found time to answer a few questions.

Brian Eno, what impression did the concert leave you?

The Estonian Girls' Choir made me shiver - their performance of Veljo Tormis pieces was just stunning. I want to visit Estonia as soon as tomorrow!

Have you previously heard any Estonian Music?

Of course I know Arvo Pärt but I haven't listened to any choral music from Estonia before. The way your Girls' Choir sang and at the same time danced along within a folkloric tradition was just so beautiful and wonderful. Oh my god!

Did you somehow feel any connection with your own music when you observed the concert?

Well, I have my own a capella group that meets once a week, but it's still in the development stage. But yes, I'm currently fascinated by choral music and the medium it represents.

What is your view of the cultural meaning of the Estonian Girls' Choir performing here in London, and sharing the stage with British stars Imogen Heap and Ana Silvera?

I think that the Estonian government would be wise to send these girls to perform all over the world, since most of their listeners would soon want to visit Estonia - at least I think so. I think that this is worth more than conventional ads. If you hear something so beautiful, it will work and people will want to visit your country. They will feel that there is a truly vibrant and deep culture in Estonia.