Sharing Inspiration

When: Sep 26, 2010 12:00 am

The vocal chanting of Wimme Saari embraces traditions and infuses contemporary soundscapes to create a modern take on Sámi joik, the deeply personal and spiritual singing of the indigenous people of Northern Europe.

Reindeer-herding Sámi people’s form of singing is reminiscent of the traditional chanting of Native American cultures, namely because of the shared affinity with nature. One of the most acclaimed representatives of the genre, Wimme Saari, will perform at Chinese venues after touring extensively in Europe.

Wimme collaborates regularly with various artists and has appeared as a guest vocalist on the albums of Hector Zazou, Hedningarna, Nits and RinneRadio. On the tour in China, Wimme performs with Tapani Rinne (clarinet) and Juuso Hannukainen (percussion) from RinneRadio and Matti Wallenius on acoustic string instruments.

Wimme Saari is one of the worlds most renowned Sámi singers. Since 1995, Wimme has released four band albums and a traditional solo joik album. Early 2010, Wimme released the critically acclaimed album ”Mun” that peaked at number three in World Music Charts Europe.

21.9 Tianjin, Tianjin Concert Hall

22.9 Beijing, Yugongyishan Club

23.9 Hangzhou, Hangzhou Grand Theatre

25.9 Zhenjiang, Xijindu Festival

26.9 Shanghai, Shanghai Expo Europe Square 3 pm

26.9 Shanghai, Yuyintang club

www.rockadillo.fi/wimme

www.myspace.com/wimmeofficial

When: Sep 10, 2010 12:00 pm

Male choir Mestari-Laulajat will perform at the Expo on the 10th of September.

Founded by the Master Builders Association of Helsinki in 1905, Mestari-Laulajat is one of the oldest male choirs in Finland. For over three generations, the members of the choir have cherished the traditions of male choirs and the craft of building.

The choir has toured in the US, Canada, Australia, Spain and will now perform in Beijing and Shanghai.

The choir is led by Märt Ratassepp.

Mestari-Laulajat will perform at the Expo on 10th September

12:00 Europe Square                                                                                                                                18:00 Finnish pavilion Kirnu

www.mestari-laulajat.fi

When: Jul 2, 2010 12:00 am

The acclaimed youth wind orchestra Tuulimyllyn puhaltajat will perform on the 2nd, 3rd and 6th of July at the UBPA Square at Shanghai Expo.

The orchestra that was established in 1992, regularly features guest vocalists and has won numerous awards. In addition to touring the the world, the orchestra has previous World Expo experience, as the orchestra has performed at the Hannover Expo in 2000.

www.tuulimyllynpuhaltajat.fi

When: Jun 16, 2010 12:00 pm

The South Ostrobothnia male voice choir, Jussit was formed in 1951 in Seinäjoki, a city in South Ostrobothnia. Jussit is still the only provincial choir in Finland, a choir where men come to rehearsals and performances from throughout
the whole large region of Ostrobothnia.

Jussit sings mostly traditional choral music and regional folk songs, but also modern choral music is performed regularly. The choir consists of 80 men and gives about ten concerts yearly in Finland and abroad. Members of the choir have also formed smaller groups that perform frequently. Jussit has released 15 recordings to date: LPs, singles, cassettes, CDs and a DVD.The choir has taken part in several festivals and competitions with great success in Europe, the United States of America and Canada. The choir has also visited Japan and Australia.

Male Choir Jussit perform at the Shanghai World Expo on  Wednesday 16th June, at the Europe Square stage, 12 am ja 8 pm .