The III Classical Hugs Music Festival in Estonia

The international music festival "Klassika kütkes Eestis" is dedicated to the study of Estonian cultural and musical heritage and the expansion of intercultural activities between Western Europe, Asia, and The United States of America. As part of the festival, there are Masterclasses by prominent violin, viola, cello, and piano professors from Estonia, Ukraine, Switzerland, Austria, the USA, England, and Germany, as well as various chamber and orchestral concerts.

Cultural message and mission

Hugging is a simple expression of human warmth. A classic hug is an expression of affection through music. The festival's mission is to show how music can bring love and peace to the whole world.

At festival orchestral concerts there are performances of classical works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Berlioz, and several works for orchestra by Aleksei Shor, and music by Arvo Pärt, Jaan Räätsa, and other Estonian composers.

The artistic director of the project is Michael Bulychev-Okser (USA).