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Estonian Music Days 2026 (Part 4)
Author: Simon Cummings
Publication: 5against4
Description: Tähe-Lee Liiv gave a recital “Only 21st Century”, praised for its clarity and expressive control, especially in music by Magnus Lindberg. The performance highlighted her versatility across challenging contemporary works, including premieres by Alireza Farajianhamedani and Liisa Hõbepappel.
Et väikesest saaks suur
Author: Edith-Helen Ulm
Publication: Sirp
Description: The new “Only…” mini-concert series at Tallinn Town Hall opened with pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv performing contemporary premieres alongside 20th-century Nordic and French piano music. The review praises the modern short-concert format as a promising way to bring both tourists and locals into Tallinn’s historic venues through accessible, high-quality cultural experiences.
LHV uue heliloomingu autasu pälvis Marianna Liik
Author: Aktuaalne kaamera
Publication: ETV / ERR
Description: Marianna Liik won the LHV New Music Award for her piece “Lahtirullumine” for piano and chamber orchestra, selected from 67 works by 43 composers. The work was first performed at the Estonian Music Days, with Tähe-Lee Liiv as soloist together with the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra.
Only… Tallinna Raekojas algab minikontsertide sari
Author: Reet Weidebaum / Aktuaalne kaamera
Publication: ETV / ERR
Description: This report appears on “Aktuaalne kaamera,” Estonia’s main national television news broadcast (ERR/ETV). In the segment, composer Liisa Hõbepappel talks about her newly written piece, created for pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv, and about the upcoming mini-concert in the “Only…” series.
Klassikaline muusika kohandub kiire elutempoga
Author: Kultuuritoimetus
Publication: Postimees
Description: A new mini-concert series “Only…” debuts at Tallinn Town Hall, offering 20–30 minute classical music performances designed for today’s fast-paced lifestyle. The opening program features pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv performing two sets: “Only 21st Century” with contemporary Finnish and Estonian works, and “Only 20th Century” featuring music by Rautavaara and Debussy. The concerts also connect to her upcoming international recording project in Italy focused on Finnish piano music.
Arvo Pärt, The Composer of Silence: A Biography
Author: Twan Geurts
Publication: Balans
Description: A fascinating biographical reportage of one of the world’s greatest living composers. Chapter 3 includes description of pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv’s connections to Arvo Pärt.
Kultuurkapitali aastapreemiate gala
Publication: ETV2 / ERR
Description: The "Palett" Gala for the annual awards of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia, staged by Oliver Reimann.
Tähe-Lee Liiv: minu muusikuteed on kujundanud ka karmid õpetajad
Author: Andres Oja
Publication: Vikerraadio / ERR
Description: Interview focusing on education, influential teachers, and artistic growth.
Music Has Always Been Part of My Life
Author: Marianne Mühlemann
Publication: Musikdorf Ernen Magazine
Description: Reflective interview about Tähe-Lee Liiv’s musical upbringing, values, and artistic identity.
Afekt 2025 – Part 2
Author: Simon Cummings
Publication: 5against4
Description: Festival Afekt recap including performances by Tähe-Lee Liiv.
The Hardest “Easy” Piece Ever Written (Arvo Pärt and Für Alina, ft. Tähe-Lee Liiv)
Author: Robert Fleitz
Publication: ToneBase YouTube Channel
Description: Analytical discussion of Arvo Pärt’s Für Alina, featuring Tähe-Lee Liiv.
Große Bögen an der langen Leine. Tähe-Lee Liiv im Kammermusiksaal
Author: Guido Krawinkel
Publication: General‑Anzeiger Bonn (Feuilleton / Kultur)
Description: Concert review highlighting Liiv’s virtuosity and stage presence.
Live vom Kammermusikfest Lockenhaus – Guest: András Schiff
Author: Elke Tschaikner
Publication: Ö1 Klassik-Treffpunkt
Description: Live broadcast featuring András Schiff, with context relevant to the Lockenhaus Festival.
Interview with Sir András Schiff – Musical Perspectives
Authors: Tähe-Lee Liiv, Ali Hayyan
Publication: Barenboim Said Akademie YouTube Channel
Description: In-depth conversation with András Schiff on music, education, and interpretation.
Ootamatud elamused ja täismajad
Author: Kristiina Malm-Olesk
Publication: Sirp
Description: Cultural review discussing concerts and audience reception, including Liiv.
Perekondliku musitseerimise ilu ja võlu
Author: Maret Tomson
Publication: Postimees. Sakala
Description: Two musical families from Viljandi held a joint concert of chamber works by Bach, Vivaldi, Piazzolla, Ester Mägi, and Dvořák, featuring pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv. The performance stood out for its strong ensemble playing and warm unity, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Jõulutunnelis esines pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv
Publication: ETV / ERR
Description: Video coverage of a Christmas charity performance.
Tähe-Lee Liiv: vanaema harjutas minusse sisse järjepidevuse
Author: Reet Linna
Publication: ETV / ERR
Description: Personal portrait focusing on family influence and discipline.
Tähe-Lee Liiv: Arvo Pärdilt nõuandeid saada oli suur privileeg
Author: Mari Peegel
Publication: ERR / Kultuur / ID
Description: The interview describes that studying and working in larger countries gives a musician far greater opportunities for visibility, networking, and building an international career.
Im Gespräch mit der estnischen Pianistin Tähe-Lee Liiv – “Ein Publikum, das mit mir die Musik atmen kann”
Author: Verena Stauffer
Publication: Ehrbar Saal Magazine
Description: Interview on musical communication, interpretation, and audience connection.