And as music producer Jüri Lina has published three CDs with beautiful music by Toivo Kurmet
THE DIMENSIONS OF COMPASSION
Composed by Toivo Kurmet (16 February 1949 – 13 July 2003)
Arranged and performed by Toivo Kurmet and Attila Publik
Angelique
Merlin’s Day
The Lost World
Eternity
Labelore
Ocean of Forgetfulness
Flying Away
Dreamscape
Aphrodite Plays
Requiem (Kurmet / Publik)
Most composers lack the ability to create beautiful melodies, but the Estonian composer Toivo Kurmet was a master of the art.
This album contains Toivo Kurmet’s best work, which will enthral you and find its way into your heart. These wonderful compositions convey an important message: it is of utmost importance to show compassion to all living beings.
This collection is a celebration of Toivo Kurmet and his greate work. A serious illness stopped him from finishing the recording, which was completed by the Swedish keyboardist Attila Publik. The composer’s last musical piece called ”Requiem”, is the final composition in this collection.
Jüri Lina, publisher
The British music connaisseur George Steven has stated: ”Listening to the music of Toivo Kurmet seemed like a breath of fresh air. I am sure Estonians will be proud of it, and I think they will enjoy performing it. It is modern but not dissonant. It is immediately attractive, because it has a depth to it as well, so the attraction will not wear off. Having failed to meet him while I was in Estonia, I will now have to be content with meeting him by listening to his works.”
This CD is sold, out of print.
THE VISIONS
A Selection from the Works of TOIVO KURMET
1. Spring Mirage (4:05) The Tallinn Chamber Ensemble
2. Clavichord (4:11) Attila Publik
3. The Blind All-Seeing Eye (4:30) Attila Publik
4. The Sadness of my Joy (9:10) Toivo Kurmet
5. Falling Obelisks (4:13) Toivo Kurmet
6. Retrieved Sounds (2:08) Toivo Kurmet
7. The Labyrinth of Lies (2:12) Toivo Kurmet
8. Enchanted Vision(2:01) Toivo Kurmet
9. Poetry in the Heart(4:50) Toivo Kurmet
10. Journey of Souls(1:55) Toivo Kurmet
11. Sense of Summer (4:10) Toivo Kurmet
12. You were on my mind (4:57) Attila Publik
13. Merry-land (4.06) Attila Publik
This second collection by Toivo Kurmet once again embodies contain beautiful melancholic images, offering new experiences. These are transformed into grandiose colourful visions to the listener, bringing forth a surrealistic atmosphere.
The first piece, “Spring Mirage”, composed in Hamburg, Germany, is performed by the Tallinn Chamber Ensemble. The other works are performed by the composer or the Swedish keyboard player Attila Publik, respectively.
This CD cost 20 euros, shipping is included.