Sibelius Monument

"The Sibelius Monument (Finnish: Sibelius-monumentti; Swedish: Sibeliusmonumentet) by Eila Hiltunen is dedicated to the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius (1865–1957). The monument is located in Sibelius Park (Finnish: Sibeliuspuisto; Swedish: Sibeliusparken) in the Töölö district of Helsinki, Finland. The monument is a sculpture by Finnish artist Eila Hiltunen titled Passio Musicae and was unveiled on 7 September 1967. The sculpture won a competition, organised by the Sibelius Society, following the composer's death in 1957. The competition took two rounds after one early winner was abandoned. The monument is made of welded steel and measures 8.5 m high, 10.5m in length, and 6.5m in depth. It consists of over 600 steel pipes that rise from the ground in a wave-like formation. The pipes are arranged in such a way that they create a sound when the wind blows through them. The sound is said to be reminiscent of Sibelius's music."

"The Sibelius Monument in Helsinki is a captivating tribute to Finland's renowned composer, Jean Sibelius. This abstract sculpture, resembling organ pipes, stands in Sibelius Park. It's not just a statue; it's a celebration of music, with its unique design inviting visitors to interpret its form and pay homage to the maestro in their own way. The monument is a must-see for art and music lovers exploring the Finnish capital. 🎶🇫🇮"

"The next thing on our Helsinki Bucket List is The Sibelius Monument. This modern statue overlooking the sea stands in a tiny Sibelius Park. It’s quite a unique piece of art by Eila Hiltunen which consist of more than 600 hundred metal steel pipes. The wave-like structure represents music and it’s dedicated to honour the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius."