Lavendel is the latest release from Estonian composer and guitarist Argo Vals, presenting a serene and introspective journey through acoustic soundscapes shaped by his exploration of new standard tuning. Departing from the electronic layers of his earlier work, this album embraces minimalism and organic instrumentation to highlight the expressive purity of the guitar.

Each track is delicately constructed, with haunting vocal textures by Kitty Florentine on “Barokk,” rhythmic nuance from Karl Petti’s golpe percussion on “Õhuke joon,” and a baroque-inspired interplay on “Gambale” featuring Kristo Käo and Villu Vihermäe. Named after the calming herb, Lavendel is a meditative blend of modern composition and historical influence, offering a listening experience both intimate and timeless