Valtteri Laurell w. Ricky-Tick Big Band feat. Emilia Sisco: “Helsinki Noir Suite – Searching for Tapio”

What would jazz orchestra music that could only be born in Finland be like? <p>What would jazz orchestra music that could only be born in Finland be like?&nbsp; Composer-musician <strong>Valtteri Laurell’s</strong> answer to this question is an hour-long, ten-part, dark, intimate, prowling and multidimensional composition, the subtitle of which refers to one of the main characters of the libretto, the forest spirit Tapio. The libretto has been written by Laurell and <strong>E.L. Karhu</strong>, one of Finland’s leading playwrights. The premiere heard at Huvila will be performed by the 17-member <strong>Ricky-Tick Big Band</strong>, led by Laurell. Soul artist <strong>Emilia Sisco</strong> will provide narration and vocals.&nbsp;</p>

Location

Huvila Festival Tent

Tokoinranta, Eläintarhantie

Helsinki

00530

Locate

60.1805, 24.94323