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Paabel is a brainstorm, a free-spirited approach to traditional music, getting its inspiration from the band's internal synergy. Their music consists of old instrumental tunes, runic songs and original compositions, which are all intertwined.
Experimenting with their limits, Paabel never forsakes a keen sense of style. Versatile musicians with flawless instrumental skills create a whole that exudes at once warmth, ferocity and youthful energy. Wild, experimental and multifaceted ideas offer spontaneity and surprises both to the audience and to the musicians themselves.
The band, made up of five jazz and one folk musician, take the Estonian musical tradition that has been raised from archives, and intertwine it with jazz and rock, respecting the old, but not getting hung up on it too much. With their roots firmly in the ground, their chakras are open to improvisation.
"Our goal is to make the sort of music that we would listen to and enjoy ourselves — the joy and satisfaction of making music together is the main thing."
Tarmo Noormaa, program director for the Viljandi Folk Music Festival:
“For me, Paabel has always been an embodiment of youthful energy. The positive attitude of the band members is captivating… different tracks bring out all of their personalities. Individuality and fresh, even crazy ideas make each of their shows unique. Paabel enjoys performing, and improvisational musical humor.”
Members of the Band
| Sandra Sillamaa | Estonian bagpipes, soprano saxophone, whistles, Jew's harp |
| Arno Tamm | vocals, acoustic guitar |
| Erko Niit | electric guitar, acoustic guitar |
| Tõnu Tubli | percussion |
| Tanel Kadalipp | double bass |
| Rainer Koik | sound engineering |
Paabel was brought together to participate in a competition for reinterpretations of folk music in 2007, where they returned with the Grand Prix.
Paabel was chosen as Best Newcomer at the 2008 Estonian Folk Music Awards.
In 2009, the band released their debut live album Epöpoa and a DVD of their national tour, Estonian Folk Fusion.
At the 2009 Estonian Folk Music Awards, Paabel received the award for Best Album and Sandra Sillamaa was named Best Instrumentalist.
2010 saw the release of the band’s second album.
Paabel has performed at every significant folk festival in Estonia, as well as holding concerts in Finland, Lithuania, Hungary and the USA.
Click here to see the list of past and upcoming concerts.
