Beyond the Stage: Experiencing Tallinn’s Cultural Landscape During TMW

Tallinn Music Week (TMW), scheduled from April 3rd to 6th, 2025, isn’t just about the headlining acts. The festival’s city program offers a rich tapestry of experiences,inviting attendees to immerse themselves in tallinn’s art,culinary delights,and intellectual discourse. this year’s program promises a diverse range of activities, from free concerts and open discussions to art tours and a vinyl record fair.

Saturday Highlights: Free Music and Engaging Discussions

saturday, April 5th, is a focal point for the city program, featuring a plethora of free concerts and open discussions across various locations.The atrium of Viru Keskus will host performances by alika and Anthony Mills, a Swedish-American country artist. Meanwhile, Nihe cafe will resonate with the sounds of Sissi and Abdula Kuyate, a singer with Guinean heritage, blending jazz melodies and reggae rhythms.

Terminal music store offers a unique experience with an express concert by Tuuliki Bartosik and Sander Mölder, followed by a discussion on maintaining creativity in a technologically advanced world, featuring musical technology expert Gram Bell. This event highlights the intersection of music and technology, a growing trend in the industry. According to a recent report by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), revenue from streaming services, which rely heavily on technology, accounted for 84% of total music revenue in 2024.

friday’s Youth Showcase and Volunteerism Dialog

On Friday afternoon, April 4th, Terminal music store will showcase the talents of students from three Tallinn gymnasiums: Torg, Perg, and Murg. Kirke Trochinsky, also known as Torg, who draws inspiration from musicians An-Marlen and Gameboy Tetris, will present her unique sound.

Following the student performances, a panel discussion on volunteer work as a life-enriching experience will feature EIS EIS, Hannel Kyand, maris Prats from SA Kodanikuühiskonna Sihtkapital, and MUBA student Ella Marie Soft. This discussion underscores the importance of community engagement and personal growth through volunteerism, a value increasingly recognized by young peopel.

The day culminates with performances by rock bands Faith Unfazed and Echolove in front of the Terminal store, providing a vibrant end to the day’s events.

Art, Culinary Delights, and Vinyl Treasures

The TMW experience extends beyond music. On Thursday, April 3rd, the EKA gallery will host the opening of “Dark Status of the Light Matter,” an exhibition by sound artist and cultural curator Aivar Tynso. A curatorial tour of the exhibition is scheduled for Saturday, April 5th.

Art tours of the Telliskivi Creative City and Noblessner district will be held on April 4th and 5th, offering insights into Tallinn’s thriving art scene. These tours provide a glimpse into the city’s urban regeneration and the role of art in shaping its identity.

The TMW taste program invites festival-goers to explore Tallinn’s diverse culinary landscape, from Viru Street’s food alley to the creative hubs of Telliskivi and Kopli. This program showcases the city’s gastronomic innovation and its commitment to culinary excellence.

the conventional record fair will gather music and audiophile enthusiasts in front of the Baltic Station market on Saturday, offering a treasure trove of vinyl records and audio equipment. The resurgence of vinyl records in recent years reflects a growing appreciation for analog sound and the tangible experience of collecting music.