Vardo Rumessen
Vardo Rumessen (8 August 1942 – 24 August 2015) was an Estonian pianist, musicologist and politician for the Union of Pro Patria and Res Publica. He is best known for his work with Eduard Tubin's music.[1] He was born in Pärnu.
Political activity
Rumessen's political activity centered on restoring Estonia's independence, and he was a member in the following organisations:
- 1989 — Estonian Citizens' Committees' Provisional Communications Department;
- 1989–1995 — Estonian National Independence Party;
- 1990 — Congress of Estonia;
- 1990–1992 — board member of the Estonian Committee;
- 1992 — Estonian Constitutional Assembly (Põhiseaduse Assamblee);
- From the year 1995 member of the Pro Patria Union;
- Throughout 1992–1995 and 1999–2003 member of Riigikogu.
References
- ↑ "Suri pianist, muusikateadlane ja poliitik Vardo Rumessen". Delfi. 25 August 2015.
External links
- Official website www.vardorumessen.ee
- Association of Estonian Professional Musicians.
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