PANDAwomen #6: Estonia

This evening brings together voices from the Estonian music and film scene. The night opens with an award-winning documentary that redefines the meaning of collective care and female solidarity — and continues with a concert program in which Nordic and Baltic traditions meet contemporary sound. The event unfolds in three movements: reflection, resonance, and ritual.

Film Screening – Smoke Sauna SisterhoodDirected by Anna HintsThis deeply intimate documentary offers a rare look inside the smoke saunas of southern Estonia — spaces where women come together to share, heal, and be. Winner of the Directing Award at Sundance and the European Film Award for Best Documentary in 2023.

Tuulikki Bartosik & Sander Mölder (Live Performance)A meeting of accordion, electronics, and compositional finesse. Tuulikki is known for her boundary-pushing approach to traditional instruments, while Sander brings his expertise in electronic, classical, and dance music. Their collaborative set bridges folk heritage and modern sound design.

Mari Kalkun (Concert)One of Estonia’s most celebrated voices, Mari Kalkun draws on ancient runo-song traditions and contemporary poetry — often sung in Võro, one of the oldest languages in Europe. Her music is rooted in nature, myth, and memory. Deeply personal, yet resonant far beyond borders.

Juliana Volož is an Estonian music agent, promoter, and the founder of JV-Promotion. She works across genres and is dedicated to bringing Baltic and Nordic artists to international audiences. She has curated festivals and showcases across Europe, with a focus on independent scenes and female voices.

Anna HintsEstonian filmmaker, artist, and musician. With a background in photography, folklore, and experimental sound, her debut feature Smoke Sauna Sisterhood received international acclaim and over 30 awards worldwide. She is also part of the music group EETER.

Tuulikki BartosikEstonian-Swedish accordionist, composer, and producer. Known for reimagining the accordion through minimalism and improvisation, she has collaborated with orchestras and released award-nominated albums across Europe.

Sander MölderComposer and producer blending classical, electronic, and dance music. His works include contemporary ballets and cross-genre releases played by Gilles Peterson and others. Based in Tallinn.

Mari KalkunVocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer. Her work draws on Southern Estonian traditions, poetry, and ecological themes. She performs in Estonian and Võro, and has released eight albums in Europe and Japan.

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