AURI

In the organizer's words:

In the fleeting moments between the state of wakefulness and reaching the gates of the dream world lies a borderland from which comes the mood music of ancient tales - the celestial interplay of three creative souls known as AURI.

Originally born in 2011 from the special union of Johanna Kurkela, Tuomas Holopainen and Troy Donockley, AURI was only introduced to the world in 2018. Now augmented by the dynamic percussion talents of Kai Hahto, the trio creates fantastic worlds that are all their own.

Consisting of Tuomas' keyboard instruments and infinite imagination, Troy's arsenal of flutes, other folk instruments and his magical touch, and Kurkela's youthful and delicate voice full of childlike wonder - fragile and gossamer, yet powerful and moving beyond words - the flow of AURI's heavenly, uplifting mood music captures from the first notes and never lets go.

For its main members, AURI is a creative outlet, freeing themselves from the preconceptions and expectations of their other bands and their respective audiences. Rooted in Celtic folk and cinematic pop, yet not bound to any particular genre, AURI is music that cannot be described in words alone. No, the equal work of the enchanted three moves on a completely unique path, free from all expectations except their own. This is a kind of music that works directly on the emotions.

Embrace the atmospheric soundscapes of fantastical valleys of other fairy tale dimensions and long-gone campfire bards.

Linger for a moment in treasure troves of dreamscapes and musings that transform everyday things into otherworldly wonders.

Feel invited to experience endless adventures on long, untrodden paths and ships never sailed.

As if frozen in time, you will be captivated by heartbreaking farewells to those dear to us. Hear the gentle words that strengthen those who feel inadequate and give confidence to others who fear death.

AURI's are the keys to a dimension of wonder that no one else can see. Only they can provide the mystical soundscapes and ethereal chants.

They own the magical powers that can melt the hardest of hearts and make seasoned men weep. AURI invites the listener on journeys that no other band can offer.

Come, my love - now it's quiet enough to leave.