About Aapo Ilves
Born 1970. Aapo Ilves is an Estonian poet, writer, musician and journalist.
Aapo Ilves (; born 20 October 1970, in Räpina) is an Estonian poet, writer, playwright, artist and musician. He writes in Estonian, Võro and Seto languages. Ilves has also written song lyrics for other artists, including several "Hits of the Year" and also Estonian Eurovision entries "Tii" in 2004 and Kuula in 2012.
He has published nine solo books, two solo CD's and many books and CD's with friends. Ilves has also written many plays, including several librettos for the Estonian National Opera. He has won the Estonian National Broadcast's radio contest "Battle of Poetry".
Ilves is a member of Estonian Writers' Union, Estonian Authors' Society and formerly (1996–2009).
He has contributed his writings and drawings to many journals and newspapers including children's journal Täheke and the only Võro language newspaper Uma Leht.
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Who is Aapo Ilves?
Estonian writer (born 1970)
When was Aapo Ilves born?
Aapo Ilves was born on 20 October 1970 in Räpina.
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Aapo Ilves is a poet, writer, musician and journalist.
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Aapo Ilves is Estonian.
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