Andres Heinapuu

Andres Heinapuu is a Lecturer in Choral Conducting at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT). He is also a renowned conductor, choirmaster, and pedagogue active in Estonia since the 1980s. His career spans roles with major Estonian institutions such as Vanemuine (1985–90), Estonia (1990–96, 2000–07), and the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre Symphony Orchestra and Female Choir (1990–95). He has conducted award-winning choirs, including a gold medal at the Arezzo International Competition (1993).

• Education: Georg Ots Tallinn Music School (1977, choral conducting), Tallinn State Conservatory (1982, orchestral conducting), Leningrad Conservatory (1985, orchestral conducting), Royal Conservatory of The Hague (1999, baroque singing).
• Key Roles: Lecturer at EAMT (1999–present), conductor of Viva Musica female choir (2010–present), and chorister in the Savonlinna Opera Festival Choir (2001–present).

His research and practice focus on choral conducting, baroque music, and vocal performance. He has collaborated extensively with Estonian and international ensembles, emphasizing classical and operatic traditions.

Scientific Awards

• 3rd place in the Republican Competition for Young Choir Conductors (1982)
• Estonian Theatre Union Young Musician Award (1988)

Andres Heinapuu has also contributed to music education and cultural projects, including recordings like Through the Seasons (2011) with the Tallinn University of Technology Alumni Female Choir.