“Born in Waves” has received distinguished recognition as one of the Best Albums of 2023, handpicked by renowned British music critic and composer Simon Cummings! Explore the curated selection and delve into the musical ideas of Elis Hallik’s latest creation: 5against4.com
Elis Hallik is one of the composers in residence with the Ensemble U: this year. The topic of this year’s Residentuu:r investigates the role and potential of musical recordings at the present day, in the decay of CD culture, learn about the needs of nowadays listeners. Ensemble U: starts to work on the concept of…
Elis Hallik is probably the most interesting Estonian composer who, thus far, i haven’t written much about. During my annual trips to the Estonian Music Days in recent years, she has rarely been featured, so until recently, all i knew of her music were two chamber works, To Become A Tree – probably her most well-known piece to date –…
The Orchestre National Montpellier Occitanie has unveiled its rich program for the 2024/25 season, offering a diverse range of musical experiences. One of the highlights is the January 2025 concert, where Kristiina Poska, a renowned conductor, will lead the Montpellier National Orchestra in the performance of Elis Hallik’s piece “Aegis”. The concert will feature captivating…
Klassikaraadio Helikaja saates võtab muusikateadlane Saale Kareda luubi alla Elis Halliku albumi “Born in Waves”. Saale panus albumi hindamisel on eriliselt tänuväärne, avades ukse muusika sügavustesse oma tundliku arusaamaga. Saale Kareda: Elis Hallikut käivitavaks loominguliseks jõuks on taotlus tungida nii kõrgema intellekti kui ka tunnetuslikult intensiivse loomeprotsessi kaudu väga sügavale eksistentsi mõistmise ja mõtestamiseni. Austria…
Elis Hallik’s “Aegis,” which explores mythological themes with a modern sensibility and narrative depth, will open the evening’s repertoire on two consecutive evenings, February 6th and 7th, with the Bilbao Symphony Orchestra. This performance represents a significant moment for Hallik, as it marks another notable presentation of “Aegis” during the 2024/2025 season under Kristiina Poska’s…
From 30 November 2025 Oriri by Elis Hallik, performed by the Estonian Festival Orchestra under the direction of Paavo Järvi, will be broadcast on Mezzo Live. The performance took place at the Pärnu Music Festival 2025 and marks the world premiere of the work. Programme: Elis Hallik – Oriri (world premiere)Arvo Pärt – Tabula rasaArvo…