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The great national epic of Finland known as the Kalevala is a huge tapestry of stories of love and heroism, family struggles and magical adventures. The music it has inspired ranges from the chants of ancient Finnish folksingers to the lush classical compositions of Sibelius. Hear all this, plus a stirring new feminist interpretation by contemporary singer Ruth MacKenzie, as Ellen Kushner explores the music and magic of Finland's Kalevala.









