Midsummer Celebration: Let My Joy Take Root

Saima Haapanen, vocals
Kreeta-Maria Kentala, violin
Viive Virtanen, violin and nyckelharpa
Touko Kentala, violin, mandolin, vocals
Timo Alakotila, piano and harmonium
Streaming: Pro Audile / Matti Heinonen

Welcome to the traditional Juhannusiltamat, the Midsummer Celebration of the Urkuyö ja Aaria Festival, held at Honkamaja, the community hall of the Nuuksio Society in Espoo. In this concert, folk music and the sounds of midsummer create a joyful and heartfelt celebration of the Finnish summer night.

The programme features folk music-inspired arrangements by the ensemble, original compositions by the artists, traditional midsummer classics, and folk tunes from Kaustinen and beyond. Beloved Finnish classics such as Satumaa and Nocturne are part of the evening, alongside fresh new compositions. A special treat will be the premiere of a waltz composed by Timo Alakotila for a Midsummer wedding.

The music, vibrant and deeply rooted in Finnish tradition, flows from lively folk rhythms to tender and intimate moments — all in the hands of some of Finland's finest folk musicians. Come and experience the magic of Midsummer and let the music take root in your heart.

The concert will be streamed to care homes in the wellbeing areas of Espoo and Helsinki.

Duration approx. 75 minutes, no intermission.

Free admission — please register in advance via the link below.
Seating is subject to availability and will be filled in the order of registration.

Register for the Midsummer Celebration on June 19, 2025, HERE