1905–1982. Estonian composer in the Nordic Modernism tradition.

Estonian composer of symphonies and ballet music; significant figure in Nordic/Baltic music but relatively obscure internationally. Kratt is his best-known stage work.

Signature works: Symphony No. 5 in B minor, Symphony No. 4 'Sinfonia lirica', Ballet Suite 'Kratt', Violin Concerto No. 2, Piano Sonata No. 3.