Lithuania + Hungary Folk in Helsinki

Lithuania + Hungary Folk in Helsinki

Monthly WMS events

On the 30th November 2021 we combined Lithuania with Hungarian folk dances with live music. Despite the corona restictions (many people left as they did not have covid passes), we had a good crowd! :-

Allthough our events get best advertised via the internet, the word of mouth is growing. It accounted for 40% of the people who came by.

7 nationalities joined us. The iranians were broadcsting it live to their families back  home 🙂 

We started the event with the Lithuanian dances lead by Goda Marija Gužauskaitė. Here you can learn the dances via youtube: 

Leading the Hungarian side, Botond Emil Gálfi

Folk Dances with Live Music from Hungary and Lithuania

Folk Dances with Live Music from Hungary and Lithuania

FREE ENTRANCE!
WHAT?
We bring together two minorities of Helsinki and invite everyone to play and dance along their traditional music and dances.
WHERE:
Caisa, Helsinki
Kaikukatu 4 B
PROGRAM:
17:00 – Welcoming words by Pedro Aibéo
17:15 – music & dances from Lithuania
18:00 – Break
18:15 – music & dances from Hungary
19:00 – End
WHO
This event is designed for everyone, previous experience is not required. Musicians or aspiring musicians are welcomed to join the musicians and play the traditional dance songs and how to perform music for the dances. Dancers will be invited to learn the steps and form of the dances by performing it together with live music.
All kinds of music instruments and dance levels are welcome. Just bring your instrument, voice and body!
ORGANIZERS:
This event is based on the events organized by the World Music School Helsinki which aim to connect the local cultural minorities through music and to teach through these music as a mother language.
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COVID-19 INFO
We want to make sure that the event is safe for everyone. Do not come if you have any symptoms of coronavirus. These include for example fever, sore throat, cough and abdominal symptoms. Hand sanitizer is available at the event and remember the safe distances. Thank you for caring and welcome!
Audience numbers will be restricted and hygiene practices enhanced to keep customers safe.