For the third year in a row, Jazzkaar, in collaboration with Tallinn UNESCO City of Music, warmly invites all children and their families to the Tallinn Children’s Jazz Festival Kräsh, taking place on 1–2 June at the Estonian Youth Theatre. The public festival day on 1 June promises a vibrant mix of educational workshops, engaging meet-and-greets with musicians, and live performances from young talents – culminating in a headline concert by Puuluup with special guest Liisi Koikson!
This year, the Kräsh Festival unfolds in three exciting parts – music camps, a special music day for schools, and a public festival day on 1 June at the Estonian Youth Theatre. The 1 June headliners are favourites among both kids and grown-ups! Beloved actress and singer Saara Pius will kick off the festivities with her playful show Party in the Animal Kingdom, joined on stage by jazz musicians Joel Remmel, Ahto Abner, and Janno Trump – all dressed in animal costumes! Airi Liiva, known for hits like Kiisud keerutavad tantsu (Kittens Spin and Twirl) and other beloved children’s songs, will lead a joyful sing-along with the Laulupesa children’s choir and live band. Wrapping up the vibrant day is the energetic and one-of-a-kind bowed lyre duo Puuluup – who got the world dancing at Eurovision 2024 – joined by the beloved Estonian singer Liisi Koikson as a special guest.
In addition to the headline concerts, the 1 June festival day is packed with exciting surprises, including hands-on workshops and special artist meet-and-greets. The youngest festivalgoers are invited to join the toddlers’ music circle led by seasoned music educator Monika Pullerits. Curious minds can discover a wide array of musical instruments in the Show Yourself, Instrument! workshop, hosted by students and instructors from the Tallinn School of Music and Ballet (MUBA). Pianist Johan Randvere will enchant the audience with captivating stories about the world’s most famous composers and their childhoods, while the fascinating realm of electronic music will come to life through effects pedal and looper masters Laura Põldvere and Kusti Lemba. Kids can also once again unleash their energy through movement – Free Flow Studio’s radiant instructor Eghert-Sören Nõmm invites all young dancers to a jazz-funk workshop. A true highlight of the day will be the Youth to Youth stage, where tomorrow’s music stars take the spotlight. Featured performances include the Tallinn Youth Ukulele Orchestra, youth bands LAMUKO, Luminestents, ÜleOja, as well as four fresh ensembles formed during the Kräsh music camp.
Programme on 1 June:
11:00–12:00 – Saara Pius & Band, Party in the Animal Kingdom
12:00–18:00 – Mini-concerts by various youth ensembles
12:00–16:00 – Workshops, talks, festival buzz
15:00–16:00 – Airi Liiva and Laulupesa, children’s song concert
16:00–18:00 – More workshops, talks, and festival buzz
18:00–19:00 – Puuluup feat. Liisi Koikson
The Tallinn Children’s Jazz Festival Kräsh will be held on 1–2 June at the Estonian Youth Theatre. The first day of the festival is open to all music lovers, both big and small. On 2 June, the music programme will be dedicated exclusively to school groups by pre-registration – and the places for this year’s music day are already fully booked.
Day passes for Kräsh on 1 June, concert tickets, and music activity area passes are available at Piletikeskus. Stay up to date with the programme and latest news on the Kräsh website, Facebook and Instagram. This educational and inspiring festival, which brings young people closer to music, is organised in collaboration between the Jazzkaar Festival and Tallinn UNESCO City of Music. Kräsh is proudly supported by Balsnack, Premia, Limpa, and the Estonian Children’s Literature Centre.
Press photos are available HERE. Watch the 2024 Kräsh Festival aftermovie HERE.