Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater in Tallinn: A Sacred Masterpiece Reimagined

Experience the timeless beauty of Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater in the evocative setting of Swedish St. Michael’s Church in Tallinn Old Town on June 8, 2025, at 16:00. This profoundly moving choral masterpiece—Pergolesi’s final significant work—has touched hearts for centuries as it captures the Virgin Mary’s sorrow beneath the cross, weaving grief and hope into a seamless musical prayer.

Audiences will be treated to the sublime voices of Ksenia Rossar (soprano) and Zhenya Hovsepyan (mezzo-soprano), accompanied by the accomplished Olga Kulikova on organ. The church’s atmospheric acoustics are sure to enhance the emotional resonance of this sacred piece, promising a transcendent concert experience that lingers long after the final note.

The concert is set in the historic Swedish St. Michael’s Church at Rüütli tn 9, Tallinn—an architectural gem in the Old Town. Visitors can expect an hour of stirring choral music and reflection surrounded by timeless beauty. For inquiries, the organizers can be reached via email at [email protected] or by calling +372 644 1938.

Whether you are a lover of sacred music or simply seeking an inspiring cultural evening, Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater promises a moving journey through sorrow and hope in the heart of Tallinn.