Friday, June 26 // 7:30 PM

Grand Hyatt Union Square

We are honored to welcome special guests to open the festival, as well as musical performances from classical pianist Hando Nahkur and classical bassoonist Martin Kuuskman.

Other featured musical performers include pianist Mikk Otsmaa, Inglikeeled kannel ensemble and the combined festival choir which includes singers from Segakoor Noorus, Rotalia Meeskoor, Baltimore-D.C., and singers from Seattle, San Francisco, and other locations. The reception takes place on the 36th floor of the Grand Hyatt with spectacular city views, with the celebration continuing into the evening as internationally acclaimed DJ Kiino Villand sets the atmosphere with music that carries the celebration into the night.