Kammernaiskoor Sireen & Boriss–Trump–Tafenau trio “Making waves” • Jõulujazz 2024
On the evening of the first Advent, the classical timbre of a women’s choir will merge with the captivating harmonies of a jazz trio at the Kumu Auditorium. Sharing the stage with the Female Chamber Choir Sireen will be Artiss Boriss, Janno Trump and Ramuel Tafenau. Their programme, Making Waves, explores the fusion of choral music and jazz, showcasing both new compositions and works by renowned choral composers like Tõnu Kõrvits, Rasmus Puur and Ēriks Ešenvalds.
The Female Chamber Choir Sireen was founded in 2011 by a close-knit group of friends who had sung together for many years. Since 2022, the choir has been led by Riga-based conductor Laura Štoma. Comprised of passionate and experienced amateur musicians, the choir brings deep musicality to each performance. Known for their innovation, Sireen is committed to musical excellence and delivering a professional sound.
Artis Boriss is a pianist and music producer from Riga. After graduating from the jazz department of the Riga Cathedral Choir School, he continued his studies at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre under the guidance of Kristjan Randalu.
Janno Trump, one of the most highly regarded bassists of the younger generation, has graduated from the Georg Ots Music School in Tallinn and the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, and has also furthered his studies at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. He has been honoured with the titles of Young Jazz Talent and Jazz Musician of the Year.
Ramuel Tafenau is one of the most outstanding drummers of the younger generation, having collaborated with pop and jazz musicians both from Estonia and abroad. He graduated from the Georg Ots Music School in Tallinn and completed his master’s studies at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre under the mentorship of Tanel Ruben and Kristjan Randalu.
Line up:
Kammernaiskoor Sireen, dirigent Laura Štoma
Artis Boriss – keys
Janno Trump – bass
Ramuel Tafenau – drums
