Composer

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Veljo Tormis

Genre

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:19

Lauliku lapsepõli (The Singer's Childhood) is a choral work composed by Veljo Tormis in 1988. The piece was premiered on May 1, 1988, by the Estonian National Male Choir, conducted by Tõnu Kaljuste. The work is divided into six movements, each depicting a different aspect of the singer's childhood. The first movement, "Lauliku ema" (The Singer's Mother), is a lullaby sung by the singer's mother. The second movement, "Lauliku isa" (The Singer's Father), is a song about the singer's father, who is a blacksmith. The third movement, "Lauliku õed-vennad" (The Singer's Siblings), is a playful song about the singer's brothers and sisters. The fourth movement, "Lauliku mängud" (The Singer's Games), is a lively piece about the singer's childhood games. The fifth movement, "Lauliku kooliaeg" (The Singer's School Days), is a nostalgic piece about the singer's school days. The final movement, "Lauliku laul" (The Singer's Song), is a triumphant piece about the singer's love of singing. The characteristics of Lauliku lapsepõli are typical of Tormis's style. The work is based on traditional Estonian folk songs and incorporates elements of traditional Estonian singing, such as the use of drones and the use of multiple voices singing in parallel. The work also features Tormis's signature use of complex rhythms and harmonies, as well as his use of vocal effects such as yodeling and overtone singing. Overall, Lauliku lapsepõli is a beautiful and evocative work that captures the spirit of traditional Estonian folk music while also showcasing Tormis's unique compositional style.

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