I am a huge arts lover and a tenor. Or second tenor, if needed. My love of the arts is something I share with my wife. We raise funds for our local choir selling soup on the market, with live entertainment provided by the members of the choir. I am very much in touch with my emotions and am easily moved to tears. The biggest kicks I ever got from a live performance was singing Haydn - amazing stuff.

risto's festival picks:

26.8.

A FILETTA

I enjoy harmony singing and am really looking forward to hearing this a cappella ensemble from Corsica. I hope to get a big crowd together for this one, I would love to share these amazing rhythms and harmonies with my friends.

27.8.

RSO, OSMO VÄNSKÄ

The Finnish Radio Philharmonic Orchestra and Osmo Vänskä, what a combination. Just add Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky. Goosebump-inducing stuff.

30.8.

the HELSINki baroque orchestra

Haydn, Mozart and one very gifted soprano - the very thought sends shivers down my spine. The church will be filled with like-minded friends, I am sure.