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Tormis: Forgotten Peoples
By turns lyrical and primal, haunting and hypnotic, Estonian composer Veljo Tormis' choral works marry traditional Estonian folk melodies with contemporary but accessible harmonies. The songs on musica intima's "Forgotten Peoples" CD emerge from both Christian traditions and pre-Christian folklore, painting soundscapes of midsummer bonfires (Jaanilaulud), autumn scenes (Sügismaastikud), and northern lights (Virmalised). The rarely-performed Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) revives ancient folk tunes from the nearly-extinct Vepsian heritage. Beneath their apparent simplicity and charm lies a richness and complexity that rewards repeat hearings. musica intima lends its trademark purity of tone and fresh insight to these memorable and delightful musical gems.
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Track Listing
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| No. | Title | Composer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - On hilissuvi (Late Summer) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 2 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Üle taeva jooksevad pilved (Clouds Racing in the Sky) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 3 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Kahvatu valgus (Pale Light) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 4 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Valusalt punased lehed (Crimson Leaves Falling) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 5 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Tuul kõnnumaa kohal (Wind Along the Heath) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 6 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Külm sügisöö (Cold Autumn Night) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 7 | Sügismaastikud (Autumn Landscapes) - Kanarbik (Heather) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 8 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Kutse jannitulele I (Call to the Midsummer Bonfire I) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 9 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Kutse jaanitulele II (Call to the Midsummer Bonfire II) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 10 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Ei ole püssil püütav (Cannot be Caught by the Shot of a Gun) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 11 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Miks Jaani oodatakse (Why We Look Forward to St. John's Arrival) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 12 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Jaani hobu (St. John's Steed) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 13 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Tulesõnad (Fire Incantation) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 14 | Jaanilaulud (St. John's Day Songs) - Jaanilaul (St. John's Song) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 15 | Virmalised (Northern Lights) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 16 | Vastlalaulud (Shrovetide Songs) - Vistel-vastel | Veljo Tormis | |
| 17 | Vastlalaulud (Shrovetide Songs) - Lina loitsimine (Casting a Spell Upon Flax) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 18 | Vastlalaulud (Shrovetide Songs) - Liulaskmise-laul (Sledging Song) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 19 | Laevas lauldakse (Singing Aboard Ship) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 20 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Õekene, sirgukene (My Sister, My Little Cricket) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 21 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Venesse pügiv neiu (The Maid Striving to the Boat) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 22 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Taevased kosilased (The Heavenly Suitors) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 23 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Läksin mina Kikoilasse (I Went to Kikoila) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 24 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Kukku ja kukku (Cuckoo and Cuckoo) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 25 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Läslin mina veele (I Went for the Water) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 26 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Kiisu-miisu (Pussy-Cat) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 27 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Laulda teile lauluke (To Sing You a Little Song) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 28 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Kus sa täna magasid? (Where Did You Sleep Last Night?) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 29 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Mis teil tehakse? (What Are They Doing?) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 30 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Ronis härg kuuse otsa (The Ox Climbed a Fir Tree) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 31 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Vägisi mehele (Forced to Get Married) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 32 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Äiutus (Lulling) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 33 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Ainus poeg (The Only Son) | Veljo Tormis | |
| 34 | Vepsa rajad (Vepsian Paths) - Tutu-lutu karjane (Toot-Toot Herdsboy) | Veljo Tormis |