Herdeljezi is the traditional Romani (Gypsy) spring holiday of renewal and fertility. Voice of Roma's Herdeljezi Romani Music Festival draws attention to the ongoing struggles of Romani people around the world, strives to counter negative stereotypes, and supports efforts by Roma to rebuild and maintain their communities, improve their lives, and strengthen their international voice and visibility.
Headliners in this 20th anniversary year are legendary saxophonist Yuri Yunakov & the Grand Masters of Roma Music including Sal Mamudoski on clarinet, keyboardist and vocalist Erhan (Rambo) Umer, and percussionist Rumen Sali Shopov.
"Yuri Yunakov led his ensemble in Bulgarian and Gypsy tunes....racing ahead in dizzy-speeding curlicues and zigzags. They play as if Bulgaria's national drink were rocket-fuel!" - The New York Times
4:00 pm - Instrumental workshop with the Grand Masters of Roma Music 6:00 pm - Panel discussion on Romani music and human rights, 7:30 pm - Romani dance workshop led by Kosovo Romani activist and dance teacher Sani Rifati 8:30 pm - Dance party with the Grand Masters band of Roma Music
The Festival offers free admission to kids under 12.
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