Jaakko Mäntyjärvi

**Jaakko Mäntyjärvi** is a Finnish composer and choir director known for his inventive choral works that blend contemporary techniques with folk influences and multilingual texts. Active in the international choral scene, his compositions like *Canticum Calamitatis Maritimae* (a haunting reflection on a 1994 ferry disaster) and *Pseudo-Yoik* (inspired by Sámi vocal traditions) showcase his knack for emotional storytelling and textural experimentation. With a background in both music and linguistics, Mäntyjärvi often weaves Latin, Finnish, English, and other languages into his pieces, creating vivid soundscapes embraced by choirs worldwide. His collections, including *Salvat 1701* and works for women’s choirs like *Kaleidoscope*, highlight his versatility and playful approach to vocal music. When he’s not composing, Mäntyjärvi contributes to the choral community through workshops and collaborations, cementing his reputation as a fresh voice in modern a cappella.

Genres

Choral

Latest Release

Pseudo-Yoik

Jaakko Mäntyjärvi•

Singknaben der St. Ursenkathedrale Solothurn•

Tobias Stückelberger

Single - Released April 12, 2024