Valter Ojakäär

WORKS FOR THE STAGE

  • Winnetou
    musical for children
    1990
    Libretto: Ardi Liives, lyrics Vaapo Vaher
    Fp: 1991, Theatre Vanemuine, director Peeter Volkonski
  • Masquerade in Ungru [Maskeraad Ungrus]
    operetta in three acts
    1987
    Libretto: Ardi Liives after the comedy „Masquerade in Ungru“, lyrics Vaapo Vaher
    Fp: 1988, Theatre Estonia, director Eero Spriit
  • Summer Night at Sight [Suveöö ilmsi]
    village musical
    1976
    Libretto: Mart Raud and Kaarel Ird, lyrics Kulno Süvalep
    Fp: 1977, Theatre Vanemuine, director Kaarel Ird

Operas

  • The King Is Cold [Kuningal on külm]
    opera in two acts
    Act I
    1. Introduction. Moderato
    2. Picture I. Adagio
    3. Interlude in front of the Curtain. Moderato
    4. Picture II. Moderato
    5. Interlude in front of the Curtain. Quasi gavotta
    6. Picture III. Sostenuto
    Act II
    7. Picture IV. Moderato
    8. Interlude in front of the Curtain. Pantomime. Andante
    9. Picture V. Moderato
    10. Interlude in front of the Curtain. Tempo di marcia
    11. Picture VI. Moderato
    1967
    114'
    soloists, choir, symphony orchestra: 2222, 4331, 1+2, piano, harp, strings
    Libretto: Ain Kaalep after Anton Hansen Tammsaare's play with the same name
    Fp: 1967, Theatre Vanemuine, director Epp Kaidu
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Evelin Pang, Hele Kõre, Indrek Ojari, Andero Ermel, Mart Toome, Argo Aadli, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra (only „Choir of Spies“ and „Trio of the King, Joker and Angela“)
    CD „Songs of Estonian Theatre” („Eesti teatri laulud“), Tallinn City Theatre (2007); Evelin Pang, Hele Kõre, Indrek Ojari, Andero Ermel, Mart Toome, Argo Aadli, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra (only „Choir of Spies“ and „Trio of the King, Joker and Angela“)
    Manuscript

WORKS FOR ORCHESTRA

Works for symphony orchestra

  • Pärnu March [Pärnu marss]
    2004
    5’
    wind orchestra or symphony orchestra or both orchestras together
    Fp: Pärnu City Orchestra, 2004
  • Overture [Avamäng]
    Based on Eduard Vilde’s novel „To the Frozen North“
    1956
    symphony orchestra: 3333, 4331, 1+2, harp, strings

Works for wind orchestra

  • Pärnu March [Pärnu marss]
    2004
    5’
    wind orchestra or symphony orchestra or both orchestras together
    Fp: Pärnu City Orchestra, 2004
  • March! [Käies-marss!]
    1982
    4'
    wind orchestra
    Manuscript
  • Comfy Tune [Mõnus pillilugu]
    1973
    5'
    wind orchestra
  • Poiste tants / Boys’ Dance [Poiste tants]
    1958
    wind orchestra
  • Cannon Tower Fat Margaret [Paks Margareta]
    wind orchestra
  • Concert Polka [Kontsertpolka]
    trombone, wind orchestra
  • Tough Musicians [Kõvad pillimehed]
    wind orchestra
  • Walk [Jalutuskäik]
    wind orchestra

Works for other orchestras

  • First Shoes [Esimesed kingad]
    3'
    folk instruments’ orchestra
  • Polka
    3'
    folk instruments’ orchestra

WORKS FOR SOLO INSTRUMENT(S) AND ORCHESTRA

  • Silent Melody [Vaikne viis]
    2003
    4'
    violin, string orchestra
    Fp: Kristel Eeroja (violin), Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra, conductor Anu Tali; March 30, 2003, Theatre Vanemuine, Tartu
  • Suite for Improvising Saxophone and Chamber Orchestra [Süit improviseerivale saksofonile ja kammerorkestrile]
    3 movements
    1970
    18'
    alto saxophone, chamber orchestra: 1111, 0000, percussion (2 players), piano, strings
  • Saxophone Concerto [Saksofonikontsert]
    1964
    20'
    alto saxophone, symphony orchestra: 2111, alto saxophone, 2 tenor saxophones, baritone saxophone, 3441, percussion (3 players), piano, harp, strings
    Fp: Raivo Tafenau (saxophone), Vanemuine Symphony Orchestra, conductor Anu Tali; March 30, 2003, Theatre Vanemuine, Tartu

WORKS FOR ENSEMBLE

  • Sonata for Clarinet and Piano D-minor [Klarnetisonaat d-moll]
    1954
    clarinet, piano
  • Every Beginning Is Difficult [Iga algus on raske]
    accordion ensemble
  • Lullaby [Hällilaul]
    3’
    flute, piano

Duos

Trios

  • Piano Trio [Klaveritrio]
    1. Allegro con energico
    2. Larghetto
    3. Allegro molto con brio
    1955
    violin, cello, piano
    Manuscript

Quartets

  • Jazz Variations for Saxophone Quartet [Džässvariatsioonid saksofonikvartetile]
    1986
    6'
    saxophone quartet
    Manuscript

WORKS FOR SOLO INSTRUMENT

  • Butterfly’s Flight [Liblika lend]
    1988
    accordion
  • Alla improvisata [Alla improvisata]
    1968
    piano
  • Three Miniatures [Kolm miniatuuri]
    1959
    piano
  • Ping Pong [Pingpong]
    accordion
  • Song of the Nature [Looduse laul]
    accordion

Works for accordion

  • Butterfly Game [Liblikamäng]
    accordion
    Manuscript

VOCAL AND CHORAL MUSIC

Works for choir, (soloist or soloists) and instrument(s)

  • Mother [Ema]
    arrangement by Aarne Saluveer
    2007
    3’
    children's choir, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Fp: Children's choirs, conductor Aarne Saluveer; July 5, 2009, Tallinn Song Celebration Grounds, 25th Song Celebration
  • Autumn Song [Sügise laul]
    from feature film „Friend of Song“
    2'
    mixed choir, piano
    Text: Heldur Karmo

Works for voice(s) and instrument(s)

  • Farmer’s Work [Põllumehe töö]
    1982
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Jõgioja
  • Hymn of Rääma School „Dedication to an old school“ [Rääma kooli hümn „Pühendus vanale koolile“]
    1975
    Text: Rein Veidemann
  • Solo song cycle „Glass Landscapes“ [Soololaulude tsükkel „Klaasmaastikud“]
    1. Lappish Song
    2. Alatau and Munamägi
    3. Nuganna-Grulla
    4. Goblin
    1973
    voice, piano
    Text: Ain Kaalep
  • Solo song cycle on texts by German poets [Soololaulude tsükkel saksa luuletajate tekstidele]
    1. Lone Is Weak (Günter Kunert)
    2. Who Called Me (August Hild)
    3. Song About Lost Love (Margarete Neumann)
    4. Song of a Happy Mother (Hans Lorbeer)
    5. Message (Paul Wiens)
    1959
    voice, piano
    Text: Günter Kunert, August Hild, Margarete Neumann, Hans Lorbeer, Paul Wiens (in German and Estonian), translated by Otto Roots
    Manuscript
  • Assailants of Bog Waters [Rabavete ründajad]
    1951
    voice, piano
    Text: Ilmar Sikemäe

Works for choir a cappella

  • Greeting [Tervitus]
    2004
    1'
    male choir
  • Friends [Sõbratarid]
    children's choir
    Text: Muia Veetamm

MUSIC FOR CHILDREN

Songs for children

  • Police Dog Polla [Politseikoer Polla]
    2003
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
  • Eye Washing Song [Silmapesulaul]
    1974
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ellen Niit
    CD „I don’t want to go to sleep yet“ („Mina ei taha veel magama jääda“), Hitivabrik (2003); toddlers’ ensemble and children’s ensemble of Estonian Radio, directed by Eda Neider
  • We Are Valorous Cosmonauts [Meie vahvad kosmonaudid oleme]
    1974
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ellen Niit
  • Wheel Song [Rattalaul]
    1974
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Mart Raud
  • Merry Foresinger [Lõbus eeslaulja]
    1956
    2'
    voice or children's choir, accompaniment
    Text: Margarita Ivensen, translated by Erich Kumar (in Estonian)
  • Be Prepared! [Ole valmis!]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Paul Rummo
  • Boa or Turtle? [Boa või kilpkonn?]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Eno Raud
  • Camel [Kaamel]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heljo Mänd

INCIDENTAL MUSIC

Film music

  • Music for telefilm „Two Pairs and Solitude“ [„Kaks paari ja üksindus“]
    Directed by Tõnis Kask
    1984
  • Music for puppet film „Fairytale About His Majesty“ [„Muinasjutt tema majesteedist“]
    Directed by Heino Pars
    1974
  • Music for telefilm „Open House“ [„Lahtiste uste päev“]
    1974
  • Music for feature film „Black Like Me“ [„Must nagu mina“]
    Directed by Tõnis Kask
    1969
  • Music for documentary „Pärnu“
    1968
  • Music for documentary „Human Being and the Nature“ [„Inimene ja loodus“]
    1967
  • Music for feature film „Friend of Song“ [„Laulu sõber“]
    Directed by Ilja Fogelman
    1961
  • Music for feature film „In the Rain and in the Sunshine“ [„Vihmas ja päikeses“]
    Directed by Herbert Rappaport. Co-author Eino Tamberg
    1960

Music to plays

  • Music for Anton Hansen Tammsaare’s play „The King Is Cold“ [Muusika Anton Hansen Tammsaare näidendile „Kuningal on külm“]
    2006
    Fp: August 10, 2006, Estonian Russian Theatre, director Ingo Normet, lyrics Jelena Skulskaja
  • Songs for teleplay after „Bloody John“ by Juhan Peegel [Laulud telelavastusele Juhan Peegli „Verise Johni“ ainetel]
    1974
    Text: J. Saar
  • Music for Lilli Promet’s play „Los Caprichos“ [Muusika Lilli Prometi näidendile „Los Caprichos“]
    1973
    Fp: October 3, 1973, Theatre Vanemuine, director Kaarel Ird (lyrics Ralf Parve)
  • Music for Ovsei Driz’s puppet play „Silver Smithy“ [Muusika Ovsei Drizi nukunäidendile „Hõbedane sepikoda“]
    1973
    Fp: June 30, 1973, Estonian State Puppet Theatre, director Ferdinand Veike
  • Music for teleplay „Memoires of Old Photographer“ [Muusika telelavastusele „Vana fotograafi memuaarid“]
    1972
  • Music for children’s play „Fairy-tail About Fool Czar, Belle Maria, Ivan, Kelpy and Nightingale the Robber“ [Muusika lastenäidendile „Muinasjutt rumalast tsaarist, Kaunitar-Marjast, Ivanist, Vetevaimust ja Röövel-Ööbikust“]
    1971
  • Music for puppet play „You For Me“ [Muusika nukunäidendile „Sina minu jaoks“]
    1971
    Fp: December 29, 1971, Estonian State Puppet Theatre, director Ferdinand Veike
  • Music for Leonid Andreyev’s play „He Who Gets Slapped“ [Muusika Leonid Andrejevi näidendile „Sina, kes saad kõrvakiile“]
    1970
    Fp: November, 18, 1971, Theatre Vanemuine, director Evald Hermaküla
  • Music for Juhan Smuul’s play „Before the Foxes Come (Penguins’ Life)“ [Muusika Juhan Smuuli näidendile „Enne kui saabuvad rebased (Pingviinide elu)“]
    1968
    Fp: September 22, 1968, Estonian State Youth Theatre, director Voldemar Panso
  • Music for teleplay „Joe Hill“ (after Barry Stavis's play) [Muusika telelavastusele „Joe Hill“ (Barry Stavise näidendi järgi)]
    1960
  • Songs for August von Kotzebue’s play „Fatherly Expectation“ [Laulud August von Kotzebue näidendile „Isalik ootus“]

POPULAR MUSIC

  • A Bit of Rhythm [Pisut rütmi]
    1983
    instrumental ensemble
  • Farewell, Summer [Hüvasti, suvi!]
    1982
    instrumental ensemble
  • At the Startline [Stardijoonel]
    1975
    5'
    instrumental ensemble
  • Ping Pong [Pingpong]
    1975
    3’
    instrumental ensemble
  • Song of the Nature [Looduse laul]
    1975
    4'
    instrumental ensemble
  • Equinox [Pööripäev]
    5'
    saxophone, piano
  • Ornaments [Ornamendid]
    instrumental ensemble
  • Samba
    accordion

Works for light music orchestra

  • Vernal Tune [Kevadine viis]
    1972
    3'
    accordion, light music orchestra: tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, 2 trumpets, 3 trombones, guitar, drums, piano, bass
    Manuscript
  • Four Contrasts [Neli kontrasti]
    suite
    1. Caprice
    2. Lullaby
    3. Intermezzo
    4. Let’s Dance!
    1964
    variety orchestra
  • Rondo-Caprice [Rondo-kapriis]
    1963
    6'
    alto saxophone, variety orchestra
  • Silhouettes on Ice [Siluetid jääl]
    1963
    3'
    variety orchestra
  • The Sun and the Waves [Päike ja lained]
    1963
    3’
    variety orchestra
  • Grandson’s Polka [Pojapoja polka]
    1961
    3'
    saxophone, variety orchestra
  • The Farewell Song [Lahkumislaul]
    1960
    3'
    trumpet, variety orchestra
    CD "Abi Zeider. Archive Recordings 1959-1984", Everi Vähi (2013); Abi Zeider (trumpet), The Variety Orchestra of Estonian TV and Radio, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
  • Intermezzo [Intermetso]
    1959
    3'
    4 trumpets, variety orchestra
  • Old Acquaintances [Vanad tuttavad]
    1959
    accordion, variety orchestra
  • Estonian Dance [Eesti tants (Õekesed, õõtsumaie)]
    dance setting for children
    1958
    variety orchestra
  • Scherzzino [Skertsiino]
    1958
    variety orchestra
  • Trombone Polka [Pika pilli polka]
    dedicated to Tiit Karis
    1957
    4'
    trombone, light music orchestra
    Manuscript
  • Fantasy-Impromptu [Fantaasia-eksprompt]
    1956
    7'
    clarinet, trumpet, variety orchestra
    CD "Abi Zeider. Archive recordings 1959-1984", Everi Vähi (2013); Abi Zeider (trumpet), Herbert Kulm (clarinet), The Variety Orchestra of Estonian TV and Radio, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
  • Serenade for Trumpet [Serenaad trompetile]
    1955
    3'
    trumpet, light music orchestra: 2221, 2220, 1+1, piano, harp, strings
    Fp: in Moscow Radio
    Manuscript
  • Humoresque [Humoresk]
    1951
    2'
    variety orchestra
    CD „Klassikaraadio Comes to Visit!“, ERR (2015); Pipilota Neostus (flute), Johan Randvere (piano)
  • Letup [Puhkehetk]
    1950
    variety orchestra
  • Halliste’s Polka [Halliste polka]
    1949
    3'
    variety orchestra
  • Jaanus’s Polka [Jaanuse polka]
    1949
    3'
    variety orchestra
  • Hand in Hand [Käsikäes]
    1947
    2 clarinets, variety orchestra
  • Boy and Violin [Poiss ja viiul]
    2'
    violin, variety orchestra
  • From the First Sight [Esimesest pilgust]
    4'
    variety orchestra
  • In the Dusk [Videvikul]
    4’
    variety orchestra
  • Musical Moment [Muusikaline hetk]
    3'
    bass trombone, variety orchestra
  • Polka [Polka]
    light music orchestra: 1100, 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 0320, 0+1, piano, accordion, guitar, 1st, 2nd and 3rd violin, cello, double bass
    Manuscript
  • Waltz [Valss]
    3'
    variety orchestra

Popular songs

  • Song About Song [Laul laulust]
    2005
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
  • In Peaceful Borough [Rahumeelses väikelinnas]
    2003
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Fp: Mare Väljataga; August 2, 2003, Haapsalu, The White Lady Days
  • Haapsalu Stays in My Heart [Mu südamesse alles Haapsalu jääb]
    2002
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Fp: Mare Väljataga; August 10, 2002, Haapsalu, The White Lady Days
    CD „White Lady’s Song Contest 2002“, („Valge Daami lauluvõistlus 2002“), Ginterklubi (2002); Mare Väljataga, Urmas Lattikas Ensemble
  • Para-para-Paralepa [Para-para-Paralepa]
    2002
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Fp: Uno Loop; August 10, 2002, Haapsalu, The White Lady Days
    CD „White Lady’s Song Contest 2002“, („Valge Daami lauluvõistlus 2002“), Ginterklubi (2002); Uno Loop, Urmas Lattikas Ensemble
  • This Town Is Haapsalu [See linn on Haapsalu]
    2001
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ott Arder
    Fp: Helin-Mari Arder; August 2001, Haapsalu, The White Lady Days
  • Our Friend – Music [Me sõber muusika]
    1985
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Matti Vaga
  • My Homeland [Mu kodumaa]
    1983
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: B. Hudanaizarov, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Old House [Vana maja]
    1983
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: A. Liinat
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    Manuscript
  • This Is Spring [Kevad on see]
    1983
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
    Manuscript
  • Don't Pass By [Ära mine mööda]
    1981
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
    Manuscript
  • One Ruble Round [Rublane ring]
    1981
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
    CD „Ivo Linna: 66 best songs“ („Ivo Linna: 66 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2001); Ivo Linna, Rock-Hotel
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Ivo Linna, Rock-Hotel
    Manuscript
  • Soldier's Word [Sõduri sõna]
    1981
    voices, accompaniment
    Text: Viktor Bokov, Estonian translation by Heldur Karmo
    Manuscript
  • Time of Youth Is Like Distant Echo [On noorusmaa kui kauge kaja]
    1981
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: S. Udu
  • Again, Once More [Veel, kordki veel]
    1979
    5'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rudolf Rimmel
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Aleksander Eelmaa (vocal), Tiit Kalluste (accordion), Virgo Sillamaa (guitar), Mihkel Mälgand (double bass), Andrus Lillepea (percussion)
    Manuscript
  • This Frenzied World [See meeletu maailm]
    1978
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
    2 CD-s „Jüri Pärg. 42 parimat lugu“ [42 best songs], Hitivabrik (2018); Jüri Pärg
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD „It was, it is, it will be“, J. Pärg (2009); Jüri Pärg
    CD „Northern coast“, J. Pärg (2008); Jüri Pärg
    CD „The most beautiful waltzes“ („Kaunimad valsid“), Hitivabrik (2007); Ivo Linna, Estonian Radio orchestra
    CD „It was, it is, it will be. 2“, J. Pärg (2005); Jüri Pärg
    CD „Ivo Linna: 66 best songs“ („Ivo Linna: 66 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2001); Ivo Linna, Estonian Radio orchestra
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Ivo Linna
  • Great Summery Light [Suur suvine valgus]
    1977
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Juta Kaidla
    Manuscript
  • Accordion, the Hell Organ [Lõõtsapill, see põrguorel]
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Mart Raud
  • Forgotten Violin [Unustatud viiul]
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
  • Petite Autumn Ballade [Väike sügisballaad]
    1976
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    CD „Ivo Linna: 66 best songs“ („Ivo Linna: 66 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2001); Ivo Linna, Rock-Hotel
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Ivo Linna, Rock-Hotel
  • Show the Light [Sa näita tuld]
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Mikhail Ruderman, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • Solo song cycle „Salty songs“ [Soololaulude tsükkel „Soolased laulud“]
    1. Beach Pines
    2. Story of the Wind Coming
    3. Sea, It Calls and Flatters Me
    4. Sand, Water and Rainbow
    5. Sailor's Freedom
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Juhan Saar
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion) (only „Sand, Water and Rainbow“)
    CD „You live in my heart“ („Minu südames sa elad“), Kruus (2000); Voldemar Kuslap (only „Sand, Water and Rainbow“)
    CD „You live in my heart“ („Minu südames sa elad“), V. Kuslap (2007); Voldemar Kuslap (only „Sand, Water and Rainbow“)  
    Manuscript
  • Summer Night at Sight [Suveöö ilmsi]
    from musical „Summer Night at Sight“
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kulno Süvalep
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
  • Summer Night Song [Suveöö laul]
    from musical „Summer Night at Sight“
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kulno Süvalep
  • Try To Make Me a Bird [Eks sa tee minust lind]
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kulno Süvalep
  • When May Has Arrived [Kui käes on mai]
    1976
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
  • Iron Axe [Rauast on kirves]
    1975
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
  • City of Lindens' Blossoms [Pärnaõite linn]
    1974
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Matti Vaga
    Manuscript
  • Dedication to the Mess Kit [Pühendus katelokile]
    1974
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ralf Parve
    Manuscript
  • To the Rising Moon [Vastu kerkivale kuule]
    1974
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Paul Daniel)
    CD „Variety classics“ („Estraadiklassika“), Estonian Radio; MIR (Marju Kuut, Ivo Linna, Reet Linna), Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    Manuscript
  • How Would You Live? [Kuidas elaksid?]
    1973
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Johannes Semper
    Manuscript
  • I Can’t Be Without You [Mina ei saa sinuta]
    1973
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    Manuscript
  • Leaving Saaremaa [Lahkumine Saaremaalt]
    1973
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aira Kaal
    CD „Kena keik“, Fifaa Artist (1995); Heli Lääts
    Manuscript
  • On Way to Home [Koduteel]
    1973
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
  • One Little Song [Üks väike laul]
    1973
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ellen Niit
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Paul Daniel)
    CD „Stylish fivesome helps“ („Appi tõttab stiilne viisik“), LAG (2005); Memoriaalansambel
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Liisi Koikson
    Manuscript
  • This Man Is Not Suitable for Being a Son-In-Law [See mees ei kõlba koduväiks]
    1973
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    Manuscript
  • Waltz of Haapsalu [Haapsalu valss]
    1973
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Arved Palm
    Manuscript
  • Woman or Double Bass [Naine või kontrabass]
    1973
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Justament
    Manuscript
  • Ash and Diamond [Tuhk ja teemant]
    1972
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aarne Reto
    Manuscript
  • Brandnew Tune [Uhiuus viis]
    1972
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Manuscript
  • City of Money [Rahalinn]
    1972
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD „You are good“ („Sa oled hea“), hyper.records (2005); Lauri Saatpalu, Katrin Mandel
    Manuscript
  • Everyday [Argipäev]
    1972
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Manuscript
  • Fairy-tale About the Spring [Muinasjutt kevadest]
    1972
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rudolf Rimmel
  • Pygmalion
    1972
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    Manuscript
  • Shooting [Laskmine]
    1972
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valdo Türk
    Manuscript
  • Song about the Ending of Winter [Talve otsa laul]
    1972
    2’
    voices, accompaniment
    Text: Ilmar Sikemäe
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Veiko Tubin (vocal), Andero Ermel, Mart Toome, Priit Võigemast (backround), Estonian Dream Big Band
    Manuscript
  • Song of the Id [Säinalaul]
    1972
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Eno Raud
    Manuscript
  • Elegy [Eleegia]
    1971
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ilmar Vananurm
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    Manuscript
  • My Mother [Mu ema]
    1971
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Raivo Tafenau)
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Hele Kõrve, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits, arranged by Jaak Jürisson
    Manuscript
  • Warmhearted Story [Südamlik lugu]
    1971
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD „Horoskoop“, Hitivabrik (2008); Tiiu Varik, TV ensemble under the direction of Kustas Kikerpuu
    CD „Horoskoop. 2“, ETV (1999); Tiiu Varik
    Manuscript
  • We Live On [Elame veel]
    1971
    3’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Viivi Luik
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009). Hele Kõrve (vocal), Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    Manuscript
  • Buttercups' Day [Tulikate päev]
    1970
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Manuscript
  • Game [Mäng]
    1970
    2'
    voice, vocal ensemble, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD „Selection of songs from 1972 to 1992“ („Valik laule 1972-1992“), Estonian Easy Music Choir (2003); Estonian Easy Music Choir, conductor Paul Ruudi (choir arrangement Paul Ruudi)
    Manuscript
  • Oh You, My Little Dove [Oh sa mu tuvike]
    1970
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
  • Soldier’s Son [Sõduri poeg]
    1970
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: D. Vassiljev, translated by Leelo Tungal (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Again I Want To Sing [Jälle tahan laulda]
    1969
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
  • It's Not That [See pole see]
    1969
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Lilli Promet
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Paul Daniel)
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Evelin Pang (vocal), Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits, arranged by Tõnis Kõrvits
    CD „Heidy Tamme“, Hitivabrik (2008); Heidy Tamme, Estonian Radio Orchestra, conductor Peeter Saul
    CD „Meeting“ („Kohtumine“), Väike Vanker OÜ (2008); Picante
    CD „Come to me“ („Tule mu juurde“), MT Holding (2007); Hedvig Hanson
    CD „Ode to music“ („Ood muusikale“), Roela, Vinni Parish Government (2006); Mai-Riin Alavere
    CD „70ies in Estonia“ („Eesti 70ndad“), Hitivabrik (2005); Marju Kuut, Ele Kõlar, Kaja Kõlar, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    CD „Leafless words“ („Raagus sõnad“), Bigtree (2005); Marju Kuut, Ele Kõlar, Kaja Kõlar, orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    CD „Come to me“ („Tule mu juurde“), MT Holding (2001); Hedvig Hanson
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ (CD „Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Riho Sibul
    Manuscript
  • Old Theatre [Vana teater]
    1969
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    Manuscript
  • This Is My Song [See on mu laul]
    1969
    5'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Lilli Promet
    Fp: Marju Kuut, variety song competition „Tallinn-70“
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Indrek Ojari (vocal), Virgo Sillamaa (guitar), Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Kare Kauks
    CD „Silk disc“, Seafarm Recs (1995); Kiigelaulukuuik
    Manuscript
  • To Whom the Moon Belongs [Kellele kuulub kuu]
    1969
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksander Suuman
    Manuscript
  • Tricky Hand Organ [Vigurväntorel]
    1969
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD „Heli Lääts: 76 best songs“ („Heli Lääts: 76 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2004); Heli Lääts, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Peeter Saul
    Manuscript
  • Indoor Wishes [Tubased soovid]
    1968
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Lilli Promet
    CD „Leafless words“ („Raagus sõnad“), Bigtree (2005); Marju Kuut, orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    Manuscript
  • Masquerade [Maskeraad]
    1968
    3’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD „Helgi Sallo: 46 best songs“ („Helgi Sallo: 46 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2006); Helgi Sallo, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    Manuscript
  • Old Clown [Vana kloun]
    1968
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
  • Operetta Artist [Operetiartist]
    1968
    6'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aino Otto
    Manuscript
  • Ride on a Cloud Boat [Sõit pilvelaeval]
    1968
    3’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD „Horoskoop“, Hitivabrik (2008); Tiiu Varik, TV ensemble under the direction of Kustas Kikerpuu
    CD „Helgi Sallo: 46 best songs“ („Helgi Sallo: 46 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2006); Helgi Sallo, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    CD „Laulukarussell 1992-2002“ (the best of children’s singing contest), KC Distribution (2002); Liisi Koikson
    CD „One small delight“ („Üks väike rõõm“), Kilingi-Nõmme Singing Studio (2001); Kilingi-Nõmme Singing Studio, soloist Liisi Koikson, musical director Toomas Voll
    CD „Horoskoop. 2“, ETV (1999); Helgi Sallo
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Liisi Koikson
    Manuscript
  • Song of Joy [Rõõmulaul]
    1968
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Manuscript
  • Voice of Your Traces [Sinu jälgede hääl]
    1968
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    Manuscript
  • Words to the Wind [Sõnad tuulde]
    1968
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aino Otto
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Armastuslaulud" (Love songs); Music Maker (2009); Hedvig Hanson
    CD „Meeting hour“ („Kohtumistund“), Music Maker (2008); Hedvig Hanson
    Manuscript
  • Yellow Butterfly’s Summer [Kollase liblika suvi]
    1968
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Raivo Tafenau)
    CD „Helgi Sallo: 46 best songs“ („Helgi Sallo: 46 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2006); Helgi Sallo, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    Manuscript
  • Nonexistent Song [Olematu laul]
    1967
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Eesti laulud orkestriga ja ilma", Piret Tatar (2017); Piret Tatar (vocal), Andrus Rannaääre (keyboards), Jaanus Tüli, Indrek Tetsman (percussion), Kalle Raudmets (guitar, backround vocal), Andrus Uuspõld (backround vocal) (Arranged by Andrus Rannaääre)
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Hele Kõrve, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    CD „Heidy Tamme“, Hitivabrik (2008); Heidy Tamme, ensemble under the direction of Jaan Kuman
    CD „These days... Jazz recordings by Estonian Radio“, Estonian Radio (2006); Ain Agan, Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Toomas Vavilov
    CD „Laulukarussell 1992-2002“ (the best of children’s singing contest), KC Distribution (2002); Mirjam Dede
    CD „Koidulast Ehalani“, Kiigelaulukuuik (2000); Kiigelaulukuuik
    CD „How beautifully does it sound“ („Kui kaunilt see kõlab“), Helisalv (2000); Mirjam Dede
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Janika Sillamaa
    CD „Hope“ („Lootus“), My Music Records (1993); Janika Sillamaa, Urmas Lattikas (keyboards)
    Manuscript
  • Still With Singing [Ikka lauluga]
    1967
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kalju Kangur
  • I Cannot Find My Song [Oma laulu ei leia ma üles]
    1966
    3’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Evelin Pang (vocal), Virgo Sillamaa (guitar), Peedu Kass (double bass), Andrus Lillepea (percussion)
    CD "Hea lapse laulud" (Songs of a good child), Nõmmelill (2010); choir Nõmmelill, conductor Inna Kopli
    CD "(ei) Midagi erilist", Big Band Tartu, HaleBopp Singer (2009); HaleBopp Singers, conductor Lauri Breede
    CD „One that binds“ („Üks, mis seob“), Estonian Public Broadcasting (2009); Tõrva Singing Studio Maidens’ Choir, conductor Maie Kala
    CD „Steel frozen in our souls“ („Terast mis hangund me hinge 10218“), Metsatöll (2007); Metsatöll
    CD „See you on the battlefield“ („Lahinguväljal näeme, raisk“), Metsatöll (2006); Metsatöll
    CD „Ain Agan“, A. Agan (2005); Ain Agan (guitar), Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, conductor Toomas Vavilov (arranged by Raul Sööt)
    CD „Steel frozen in our souls“ („Terast mis hangund me hinge 10218“), Nailboard (2005); Metsatöll
    CD „Heli Lääts: 76 best songs“ („Heli Lääts: 76 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2004); Heli Lääts, Emil Laansoo ensemble
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Ilona Aasvere
    CD „Heart’s song“ („Südame laul“), AS Põlva Cultural Centre (1997); Põlva Singing Studio, Lenna Pedras (soloist), Külli Lokko (accompaniment)
    CD „Maiden’s choir „Kurekell““, Tartu Maiden’s Choir Kurekell (1996); Maiden’s choir „Kurekell“, Helen Jürgens
    CD „Unforgettable Heli Lääts“ („Unustamatu Heli Lääts“), SE&JS Meedia (1994); Heli Lääts
    Manuscript
  • Wait for Us, Native Land [Oota meid, sünnimaa]
    1966
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksandr Jerusalimski, translated by Aino Otto (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Midsummer Day's Eve [Jaaniõhtu]
    1965
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kalju Kangur
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Raivo Tafenau)
    Manuscript
  • Travel Song [Reisilaul]
    1965
    3'
    voices, accompaniment
    Text: Enn Vetemaa
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009). Andero Ermel, Veiko Tubin, Mart Toome, Priit Võigemast (vocal), Estonian Dream Big Band, conductor Jüri Leiten
    Manuscript
  • Tip for Topers [Vihje viinavõtjatele]
    1964
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rudolf Rimmel
  • A and O [A ja O]
    1963
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    Manuscript
  • March of the Stars [Tähtede marss]
    1963
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksandr Jerusalimski, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Polka of Friendship [Sõpruse polka]
    1963
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksandr Jerusalimski, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Song of Work [Laul tööst]
    1963
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jüri Shumakov, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
    Manuscript
  • Three Professionals [Kolm ametimeest]
    1963
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Tarmo Pihlap and Justament
    Manuscript
  • Christening [Ristsed]
    1962
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    CD "Artur Rinne: 62 best songs", Hitivabrik (2009); Artur Rinne, Emil Laansoo ensemble
    Manuscript
  • Sailor’s Song [Meremehe laul]
    1962
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksandr Jerusalimski, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
    CD „Maritime melodies“, Forte (1995); Georg Ots
    Distributor: Publication from 1964 (with piano accompaniment) is available in EMIC Music Shop
    Manuscript
  • Soldier’s Spring [Sõduri kevadlaul]
    1962
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Aleksandr Jerusalimski, translated by Paul Anton (in Estonian)
    CD "Naerata", JJ Music (2020); Jaak Joala
  • Tiina of Tihemetsa [Tihemetsa Tiina]
    1962
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009); Andero Ermel, Veiko Tubin, Mart Toome, Priit Võigemast (vocal), Estonian Dream Big Band, conductor Jüri Leiten
    CD „Estonian Radio Male Quartet 1960-1963“ („Eesti Raadio Meeskvartett 1960-1963“), U. Loop (2006); Estonian Radio Male Quartet
    CD „Estonian Radio Male Quartet“, Estonian Radio (1997); Estonian Radio Male Quartet: Eri Klas, Kalju Terasmaa, Uno Loop, Arved Haug
    CD „Only for once“ („Korraks vaid“), Kaljuste Music Group (1997); Estonian Radio Male Quartet
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Rumal Noorkuu
  • Juice Makers' Song [Mahlameistrite laul]
    1961
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Harald Suislepp
    Manuscript
  • Night-Violin [Ööviiul]
    1961
    4'30''
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Debora Vaarandi
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Paul Daniel)
  • Sportsmen’s March [Sportlaste marss]
    1961
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ilmi Kolla
  • Autumn Song [Sügise laul]
    from feature film „Friend of Song“
    1960
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
  • Wedding Joke Song [Pulma naljalaul]
    1960
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Uno Laht
    CD „Tundmatu Ivo Linna“ [Ivo Linna's 69 best songs], Hitivabrik (2019); Ivo Linna, Taivo Linna, Jossif Šagal
    Manuscript
  • At Threshing Barn [Rehel]
    1959
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Muia Veetamm
  • Dance Piece [Tantsulugu]
    1959
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Manivald Kesamaa
  • Football Match [Jalgpallivõistlus]
    1959
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Vladimir Lifshits, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • Song About Tallinn [Laul Tallinnast]
    1959
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Manivald Kesamaa
  • Harbor’s Lights [Sadama tuled]
    1957
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: R. Simson
    CD „Maritime melodies“, Forte (1995); Artur Rinne
    Manuscript
  • Is This a Miracle? [Kas see on ime?]
    1957
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
    CD „Moment of Silence“ („Hetk vaikust“), Estonian Radio, Crea Studio (2003); Helin-Mari Arder Trio
  • Kremlin’s Stars [Kremli tähed]
    1957
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rahel Korotkova, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • Love Song [Armulauluke]
    1957
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: R. Tshernjavski, Jossif Nasalevitch
    Manuscript
  • Simple Ditty [Lihtne lauluke]
    1957
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: R. Simson
    Manuscript
  • Daisy [Karikakar]
    1956
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Debora Vaarandi
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD „Silent moment“ („Vaikne hetk“), H.-M. Arder, T. Raik (2005); Helin-Mari Arder Trio
    CD „Moment of Silence“ („Hetk vaikust“), Estonian Radio, Crea Studio (2003); Helin-Mari Arder Trio
  • Fisherman Is a Peculiar Man [On kalamees üks veider mees]
    1956
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Muia Veetamm
  • Negligent Boy [Lohakas poiss]
    1956
    1'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Vladimir Lifšits, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • New Year’s Greeting [Uusaasta-tervitus]
    1955
    2'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
  • Letter to Altai [Kiri Altaisse]
    1954
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rahel Korotkova, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • Solo song cycle "Morning Is Coming" [Soololaulude tsükkel "Hommik läheneb"]
    1. Don't Sing (J. Kreek)
    2. On March 18th (Villem Buk)
    3. Morning Is Coming (Vassili Mölder)
    4. February (Villem Buk)
    5. Wanting to Throw the Fire (Gustav Tikerpuu)
    1952/1954
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: J. Kreek, Villem Buk, Vassily Mölder, Gustav Tikerpuu
    Manuscript
  • Play, Musician [Mängi, pillimees]
    1953
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: A. Meerits
  • Come Along [Tulge kaasa]
    1951
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ilmi Kolla
  • New Boat (At Seaside Kolkhoz) [Uus paat (Rannakolhoosis)]
    1950
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Debora Vaarandi
    CD "Naerata", JJ Music (2020); Jaak Joala
    2 CD-s „Jüri Pärg. 42 parimat lugu“ [42 best songs], Hitivabrik (2018); Jüri Pärg, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra
    CD „Get off the ground!“(„Hoogu juurde!“), Estonian Artist Agency (2009); Parvepoisid
    CD „It was, it is, it will be“, J. Pärg (2009); Jüri Pärg
    CD „Enchanted night“, Rebane (2006); Karl Kikas (arrangement for accordion)
    CD „Georg Ots: 45 best songs“ („Georg Ots: 45 parimat laulu“), Hitivabrik (2004); Georg Ots, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    CD „I want to fly“ („Tahan lennata“), Kukerpillid (1998); Kukerpillid
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Kukerpillid
    CD „Maritime melodies“, Forte (1995); Jaak Joala
    CD „Unforgettable Georg Ots“ (CD „Unustamatu Georg Ots“), SE&JS Meedia (1995); Georg Ots
    Manuscript
  • Call for Work [Kutse tööle]
    1948
    2’
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ralf Parve
    Manuscript
  • The Sea Is in Place of Fields [Meil põldudeks meri]
    1948
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Manivald Kesamaa
  • Evening on the Beach [Õhtu rannal]
    1946
    3'
    voice, piano
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
    CD „Südames Eestimaa“, Hitivabrik (2019); Ivo Linna, Orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    2 CD-s „Jüri Pärg. 42 parimat lugu“ [42 best songs], Hitivabrik (2018); Jüri Pärg
    CD „Muinaslugu sinilinnust“, Estmusic Publishing OÜ (2016); Uku Suviste (in Estonian) / CD „Estonian Evergreens: Revival“, Estmusic Publishing OÜ (2016); Uku Suviste (in English)
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Raivo Tafenau)
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud”, Tallinna Linnateater (2009). Andero Ermel, Veiko Tubin, Mart Toome, Priit Võigemast (vocal), Virgo Sillamaa (guitar), Peedu Kass (double bass), Andrus Lillepea (percussion), arranged by Jaak Jürisson
    CD „It was, it is, it will be“, J. Pärg (2009); Jüri Pärg
    CD „Homesickness“ („Koduigatsus“), V. Kuslap (2007); Voldemar Kuslap
    CD „Before and after day“ („Enne ja pärast päeva“), Hitivabrik (2001); Ivo Linna, orchestra, conductor Tõnis Kõrvits
    CD „Homesickness“ („Koduigatsus“), Kruus (2000); Voldemar Kuslap
    CD „Valter Ojakäär. Frenzied world“ („Valter Ojakäär. Meeletu maailm“), Estonian Radio (1998); Karl Madis and Karavan
  • Bachelor’s Polka [Poissmehe polka]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Uno Kreen
  • By the Importance [Tähtsuse järgi]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Rein Sander
  • Country Child [Maalaps]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
    Manuscript
  • Dance Course [Tantsukursus]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ike Volkov
  • Eve – The First Woman [Eeva – esimene naine]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
    Manuscript
  • Farmer’s Life [Põllumehe põli]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Valter Ojakäär
  • For Those, Who Are on the Way for a Long Time [Neile, kes kaua on teel]
    3'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
  • Hello, Chairman! [Tere, esimees!]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Harald Suislepp
  • In Summery Garden [Suvises aias]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
    Manuscript
  • Keep the Fire-fighting Equipment in Order [Pea korras tuletõrjevahendeid]
    4'
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Ain Kaalep
    CD „Uno Loop 70“, hyper.elwood (2000); Uno Loop, Estonian Radio Variety Orchestra, conductor Rostislav Merkulov
    Manuscript
  • Men and Machines [Mehed ja masinad]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
    Manuscript
  • Mothers' World [Emade maailm]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
    Manuscript
  • New Year's Eve [Uusaastaöö]
    voices, accompaniment
    Text: Anatoli Monastõrjov, Oleg Pissarževskaja
    Manuscript
  • One Is Solely One [Üks on vaid üks]
    vocal ensemble, accompaniment
    Text: Günter Kunert, translated by Heldur Karmo (in Estonian)
  • One Word [Üks sõna]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Juhan Saar
  • Our Place Is Here [Me koht on siin]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Leelo Tungal
  • Sounds of Dusk [Videviku helid]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Heldur Karmo
    CD "Aitäh, Valter Ojakäär!", MTÜ Kummaliine (2018). Ivi Rausi (voice), Liina Saar (voice), Helin-Mari Arder (voice), Danel Aljo (saxophone), Jaan Jaanson (guitar), Ara Yaralyan (double bass), Aleksandra Kremenetski (percussion)
    CD "Õhtu rannal", R. Tafenau (2013). Liisi Koikson, Raivo Tafenau Band (arrangement Raivo Tafenau)
  • The Light [Valgus]
    2’
    vocal ensemble
    Text: Jaan Kaplinski
  • Three O'Clock In the Morning (Julián Robledo) [Kell kolm hommikul (Julián Robledo)]
    arrangement after Julián Robledo's piece
    mixed choir
    Manuscript
  • Understand the Animal and the Bird [Mõista looma ja lindu]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Kalju Kangur
    Manuscript
  • Unknown Soldier [Tundmatu sõdur]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: Vladimir Kostrov
    Manuscript
  • You Are My Home [Oled mu kodu]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: A. Suslova
    Manuscript
  • You, Me and Others [Sina, mina ja teised]
    voice, accompaniment
    Text: S. Udu
    Manuscript

JAZZ MUSIC

Works for jazz orchestra

  • Pirita’s Blues [Pirita bluus]
    1985
    3'
    jazz orchestra
  • Rainy February [Vihmane veebruar]
    1976
    5'
    jazz orchestra
  • Heavy Loads [Rasked veosed]
    1975
    4’
    16 saxophones
    CD "Groove of ESSR. Funk, disco, jazz from Soviet Estonia 1974-1988", Funk Embassy Records, ERR (2019); Jaan Kuman Instrumental Ensemble
  • Will-o'-the-wisps [Sootulukesed]
    1975
    16 saxophones
  • In Motion (Shake Before Using) [Liikumises (Enne tarvitamist loksutada)]
    1968
    2'
    jazz orchestra
    CD “Valter Ojakäär. Laulud” [Songs], Tallinna Linnateater (2009). Raivo Tafenau (tenor saxophone), Meelis Vind (clarinet), Virgo Sillamaa (guitar), Estonian Dream Big Band, conductor Jüri Leiten
  • Before Holidays [Pühade eel (Rannarõõmud)]
    1967
    4'
    jazz orchestra
  • Youthful Tricks [Noorpõlve vigurid]
    1964
    jazz orchestra
  • Two on the See-Saw [Kahekesi kiigel (Kiigel)]
    1963
    3'
    jazz orchestra
  • New Acquaintances [Uued tuttavad]
    1959
    jazz orchestra
  • A prima vista
    jazz orchestra
  • Party of Wooden Dolls [Puunukkude pidu]
    3'
    jazz orchestra

Works for jazz ensemble

  • Jazz Variations for Saxophone Quartet [Džässvariatsioonid saksofonikvartetile]
    1986
    6'
    saxophone quartet
    Manuscript
  • Duettino per due quartetti
    part of music from tv-movie "Duet-Duel"
    1970
    string quartet, jazz quartet: guitar, drums, piano, double bass
    Manuscript

ORCHESTRATIONS AND ARRANGEMENTS

  • Three O'Clock In the Morning (Julián Robledo) [Kell kolm hommikul (Julián Robledo)]
    arrangement after Julián Robledo's piece
    mixed choir
    Manuscript