About Hilana Taarka
Lived 1856 – 1933 (aged 76–77). Hilana Taarka was an Estonian singer and traditional folk singer.
Hilana Taarka (real name Darja Matrejeva, also Darja Pisumaa and Vasila Taarka; 22 March 1856 – 27 December 1933) was an Estonian (Seto) folk singer. She is known as "Seto Lauluimä" .
Hilana Taarka was born in the small village of Hilande in Setomaa, from which she later took her name. Almost all her life was spent in poverty.
In 2019, actress Merle Jääger appeared as Hilana Taarka in the Hardi Volmer-directed historical comedy film Johannes Pääsukese tõeline elu.
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Who was Hilana Taarka?
Estonian folk singer (1856-1933)
When was Hilana Taarka born?
Hilana Taarka was born in 1856 in Hilana.
When did Hilana Taarka die?
Hilana Taarka died in 1933 in Võmmorski.
What was Hilana Taarka's occupation?
Hilana Taarka was a singer and traditional folk singer.
What nationality was Hilana Taarka?
Hilana Taarka was Estonian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hilana Taarka. https://biography.guide/hilana-taarka/
MLA: "Hilana Taarka." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hilana-taarka/.
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