Ester Mägi 1922 – 2021

Biography

Ester Mägi was born on January 10, 1922, in Tallinn, Estonia, during a formative period in her nation’s cultural development. She devoted her life to musical composition, becoming a notable figure in Estonian music during the twentieth century. Her work reflected the rich artistic traditions of her homeland during a time of significant change and transformation for Estonia.

Throughout her career as a composer, Mägi contributed to the musical heritage of her country. Her compositions became part of Estonia’s cultural legacy, and she was recognized for her dedication to the craft of music. She remained connected to her birthplace throughout her life, embodying the spirit of Tallinn’s artistic community.

Ester Mägi passed away on May 14, 2021, at the age of ninety-nine, leaving behind a lifetime of creative work. She was laid to rest at Metsakalmistu cemetery in Tallinn, returning to the city where her life and artistic journey had begun nearly a century earlier. Her memory endures through her compositions and her place in Estonian cultural history.