The Ellerhein Girls’ Choir was founded in 1951 by Heino Kaljuste and consists of girls aged 14–19. The choir’s chief conductor was Tiia-Ester Loitme, and since 2012, it has been led by Ingrid Kõrvits. Its repertoire ranges from classical to contemporary choral music, and it has collaborated with many well known conductors and ensembles. The choir has performed worldwide and received numerous awards, including grand prix wins in Poland (2019) and Portugal (2023). In 2004, the choir won a Grammy Award with Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Estonian National Male choir and conductor Paavo Järvi for a recording of Sibelius’ cantatas. The Estonian Choral Association has named Ellerhein Choir of the Year, and the Estonian Women’s Choral Society awarded it the title of Women’s Choir of the Year. Recent recordings include the CDs The Lost Princess (2024), Sky Songs (2023), Songs of Light (2017), Now It Is Good to Live (2010), and Estonian Choral Music (2009). Ellerhein Girls’ Choir in part of the Tallinn Hobby Centre Kullo and is beginning its 74th season.
