The small Baltic nation of Estonia is experiencing a folk music resurgence, with young musicians bringing traditional songs and instruments to the forefront. Much of it has to do with reasserting a unique Estonian identity and keeping ancient heritage alive. Reporter Sonia Narang caught up with an all-women Estonian musical quartet in the capital city of Tallinn.
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