It must be the time of year that makes Finland's Independence Day seem like such a somber occasion, but it is always a powerful moment and an honor to sing at the graves of those who fell defending that independence. Once again at the Heroes' Cross in Hietaniemi with The Polytech Choir.

Good morning, Tampere! Just switching trains, omw to Seinäjoki for work. On the left, the dubiously named Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere, and in the background on the right, the Daniel Libeskind desiged towers attached to Nokia Arena, also by him.

Hello, Bluesky! Had the unusual pleasure of being able to listen to my own choir, the Polytech Choir, sing. Works by the hidden gem of Finnish choral music, Aarre Merikanto, and others, including Jennah Vainio, Ismo Alanko, and Sibelius. The House of Nobility in Helsinki is always imposing.