This Fall, Bay Area vocalists have two incredible opportunities to study with Master Singers from Georgia and Bosnia. Don't miss these chances to study directly with these national treasures!
GEORGIAN POLYPHONIC FOLK SINGING: A WORKSHOP WITH ENSEMBLE BASIANI
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
7:30pm 9:30pm
Silk Road House
$35
Tickets here
Kitka is deeply honored to present this workshop workshop led by a trio of masterful male voices from Ensemble Basiani, one of Georgia's most acclaimed vocal ensembles. Basiani will share a selection of traditional a cappella Georgian folk, work, and sacred songs from their vast repertoire.
CANCELLED! SEVDAH - SONGS OF THE SOUL: A WORKSHOP WITH AMIRA MEDUNJANIN (BOSNIA)
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
7:00pm 9:30pm
CYF Room, First Congregational Church of Oakland
$45 - Tickets here
Music journalist Garth Cartwright has dubbed Amira "Bosnia's Billie Holiday". The comparison reflects the way Amira voice turns sevdah inside out, finding new paths of expression within a tradition that dates back centuries. This very special workshop is open to singers of all ages, genders, and levels of experience. Space is limited and advance registration highly recommended.