{"id":46094,"date":"2026-01-09T20:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kaustinen.net\/?p=46094"},"modified":"2026-03-31T16:23:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T13:23:19","slug":"vilma-jaa-blends-pop-and-folk-music-at-kaustinen-next-summer-ensemble-of-the-year-represents-romani-music","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/kaustinen.net\/en\/vilma-jaa-yhdistaa-popin-ja-kansanmusiikin-ensi-kesan-kaustisella-vuoden-yhtye-edustaa-romanimusiikkia\/","title":{"rendered":"Vilma J\u00e4\u00e4 blends pop and folk music at Kaustinen next summer \u2013 Ensemble of the Year represents Romani music\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Kaustinen Folk Music Festival is preparing for its 59th folk music celebrations with an impressive lineup of Finnish and international performers. On Saturday, July 18, the main stage will feature singer-songwriter, visionary and artisan Vilma J\u00e4\u00e4. Her modern expression is deeply influenced by Karelian roots and her significant role in Kaija Saariaho\u2019s opera Innocence.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1657\" src=\"https:\/\/kaustinen.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/vilma-jaa_by-ida-lindgren_kaustinenfmf.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46087\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vilma J\u00e4\u00e4 rikkoo eri musiikkityylien rajoja yhten\u00e4 Kaustisen p\u00e4\u00e4esiintyjist\u00e4 ensi hein\u00e4kuussa.&nbsp;Kuva: Ida&nbsp;Linfgren&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Appearing at Kaustinen for the first time is the always eye-catching Finnish band Steven\u2019s Seagulls, known worldwide for their broad instrumental arsenal. The band performs bluegrass versions of well-known hard rock and metal classics. The stage will also welcome one of indie folk\u2019s most promising new rising stars, singer-songwriter Helmi Marleena.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International performers will once again arrive in July from all around the world. Toronto-based Moskitto Bar draws inspiration from diverse cultures, while virtuosity is brought by Norwegian violinist Johanna-Adele J\u00fcssi\u2019s trio. A joint concert will feature Germany\u2019s Brunsviga Folk Orchestra and Denmark\u2019s Trolska Polska, whose collaboration began nearly ten years ago at the Kaustinen festival. Canada\u2019s energetic young fiddlers, the North Shore Celtic Ensemble, will join the hundreds-strong N\u00e4pp\u00e4rit youth fiddlers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"7587\" height=\"5059\" src=\"https:\/\/kaustinen.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/north-shore-celtic-ensemble_kaustinfmf.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46090\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kanadalainen North&nbsp;Shore&nbsp;Celtic Ensemble tuo festivaalille nuorten viulistien energiaa. Kuva: F.C. Entertainment&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrating 30 years are South Ostrobothnian polka powerhouse Kiharakolmio, children\u2019s music group Orffit, master folk singer Liisa Matveinen, and singer-violinist Tellu Turkka. The band Barlast, celebrating its 10th anniversary, combines influences from Nordic folk music, contemporary music, jazz, and art rock. Cult band Nypyk\u00e4t from the 1990s will also appear in Kaustinen for their final summer of performances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1784\" src=\"https:\/\/kaustinen.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barlast_by_ruusa-johansson_kaustinenfmf.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46089\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Barlast-yhtye yhdist\u00e4\u00e4 eri genrej\u00e4 ja on hy\u00f6dynt\u00e4nyt musiikissaan koneoppimismalleja. Kuva:&nbsp;Ruusa&nbsp;Johansson&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaustinen Music High School has educated a remarkable number of musicians and actors who have found success both in Finland and internationally. Former students will gather for a large alumni concert celebrating the school\u2019s 50th anniversary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application for Folk Performers Ends January 18&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2025, approximately 700 instrumental and dance groups from 25 countries performed at the Kaustinen Folk Music Festival, with total attendance exceeding 54,000 visits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The application for folk performers for 2026 is currently open and will close earlier than usual on January 18 at 6:00 PM. According to Executive Director Valtteri Valo, more time is needed to build the festival programme and overall experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe have the pleasant problem that both performers and audiences are coming in increasing numbers. In recent years, we have also seen a clear rise in young audiences. We hope this trend continues,\u201d Valo says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year\u2019s rotating regional theme focuses on Northern Ostrobothnia. With the Oulu region serving as a European Capital of Culture, Kaustinen will welcome a strong presence of performers from the area. Danceable and fresh contemporary folk music will be represented by Oulu-based band Nope.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pelkk\u00e4 Poutanen, known for throat singing and pop aesthetics, hails from Raahe. In their art, Northern Ostrobothnia is not merely a geographical starting point, but a deep current shaping humanity, music, and tradition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The world\u2019s northernmost flamenco will be performed by Flamenco Duo Murtola &amp; Widenius.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ensemble of the Year: Hilja Gr\u00f6nfors &amp; Lat\u0161o D\u017einta&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vuoden yhtyeeksi Kaustinen on nimennyt romanimusiikin pitk\u00e4aikaisen vaikuttajan, Hilja Gr\u00f6nforsin ja h\u00e4nen Lat\u0161o D\u017einta -yhtyeens\u00e4.  T\u00e4m\u00e4 tunnettu romanimusiikin laulaja ja vaikuttaja on taiteen akateemikko, Taideyliopiston kunniatohtori ja mestarikansanlaulaja. Yhtyeeseen kuuluvat my\u00f6s Valtteri Bruun (kitara), Kiureli Sammallahti (harmonikka), Matti Pitk\u00e4nen (viulu, mandoliini) ja Sara Puljula (basso).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" src=\"https:\/\/kaustinen.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/hilja-gronfors_by_-maarit-kytoharju_kaustinenfmf.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46088\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vuoden yhtye&nbsp;Hilja Gr\u00f6nfors &amp;&nbsp;Lat\u0161o&nbsp;D\u017einta&nbsp;esitt\u00e4\u00e4 romanimusiikin&nbsp;lauluaarteistoa.&nbsp;Kuva: Maarit Kyt\u00f6harju&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With this selection, the festival wishes to highlight the central importance of Romani music and culture in Finnish folk music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHilja Gr\u00f6nfors\u2019 life\u2019s work as a preserver, transmitter, and expert of living tradition is exceptional. The choice also strongly reflects the festival\u2019s theme Traditions in Our Hands. We honor how she carries her tradition with dignity through skilled craftsmanship that emphasizes identity and community,\u201d says Programme Director Anne-Mari Hakam\u00e4ki.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Traditions in Our Hands theme is also embodied by kantele player and singer Maija Kauhanen, whose art and performances feature craftsmanship in every detail. The theme is further reflected in the work of Vilma J\u00e4\u00e4 and singer-songwriter Hannaeerika, whose artistry lives equally in music and in garments and jewelry made by their own hands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Showcase Applications Open&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaustinen Folk Music Festival once again highlights emerging and internationally oriented folk music acts through its established showcase concept. Applications for showcase artists are open until February 15. Music Finland provides selected artists with coaching in marketing, networking with international delegates, and building international contacts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most prestigious competition in folk music, the Konsta Jylh\u00e4 Competition, will take place early in the festival week, organized by Pelimannitalo and the Folk Music Institute. Before festival week begins, the Finnish Folk Music Association\u2019s international Ethno Finland camp for young folk musicians from around the world will be held for the sixth time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dance fills Kaustinen from morning until night every day. Social dancing, traditional audience dances, dance halls, and large nighttime communal dances include the massive Y\u00f6katrilli, the youth-oriented Iltavilli, and the more restrained Menuettien y\u00f6. Children\u2019s programming in the children\u2019s tent is provided by the festival\u2019s own Tradilinnut group.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UNESCO intangible cultural heritage phenomena can be explored at the Living Heritage Point and in the popular sauna village. Kaustinen ICH Academy welcomes international guests to open lectures and seminars.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The region\u2019s UNESCO-listed tradition is visible every day throughout the week, with hundreds of local musicians, dancers, and singers. Kaustinen Folk Music Festival will be held July 13\u201319, 2026.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>____________________&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FOR MORE INFORMATION AND INTERVIEWS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anne-Mari Hakam\u00e4ki, Programme Director, +358 40 358 2446&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Valtteri Valo, Executive Director, +358 40 358 2413&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kaustinen Folk Music Festival valmistautuu&nbsp;59. kansanmusiikkijuhliin&nbsp;n\u00e4ytt\u00e4vill\u00e4 kotimaisilla&nbsp;ja ulkomaisilla&nbsp;esiintyjill\u00e4.&nbsp;Lauantaina 18. hein\u00e4kuuta p\u00e4\u00e4lavalla n\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n&nbsp;lauluntekij\u00e4, vision\u00e4\u00e4ri ja k\u00e4sity\u00f6l\u00e4inen Vilma J\u00e4\u00e4.&nbsp;H\u00e4nen&nbsp;modernin ilmaisunsa taustalla vaikuttavat karjalaiset juuret sek\u00e4 merkitt\u00e4v\u00e4 rooli Kaija Saariahon&nbsp;Innocence-oopperassa.&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensimm\u00e4isen kerran Kaustisella n\u00e4hd\u00e4\u00e4n aina huomiota her\u00e4tt\u00e4v\u00e4 kotimainen&nbsp;Steven\u00b4s\u00b4Seagulls, jonka soitinarsenaali on laaja ja tunnettuus maailmanlaajuista.&nbsp;Yhtye&nbsp;esitt\u00e4\u00e4&nbsp;bluegrass-versioita tunnetuista&nbsp;hard&nbsp;rock- ja metallikappaleista.&nbsp;Lavalle nousee my\u00f6s&nbsp;Indie-folkin yksi tuoreimmista&nbsp;nousijoista,&nbsp;laulaja-lauluntekij\u00e4 Helmi Marleena.&nbsp; Ulkomaisia esiintyji\u00e4&nbsp;saapuu&nbsp;hein\u00e4kuussa tuttuun tapaan [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":46101,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-46094","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","category-yleinen"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - 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