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Aivar Arak
Aivar Arak is one of the most valued kannel players throughout Estonia. He plays in culture houses, dance clubs, folk festivals and everywhere in between. His love for playing the kannel was passed down…
National Folk Musician Juhan Uppin
Juhan Uppin is a renowned and beloved musician and folk artist who excels in playing multiple instruments, possesses a deep knowledge of folk music, and accomplishes incredible feats in teaching young musicians as well…
Brička
Brička is traditional music fellowship from Latvia. The core of the group is a rare and unique accordion “ievinas” (after the constructor Augusts Ieviņš).The repertoire includes traditional Latvian dances from the beginning of the…
Katariina Tirmaste
Katariina Tirmaste is an old friend of the Sabatants dancers and audience – over the years she has played for dance both as a solo musician and ensemble player and is said to be…
Duo Mänd/Krüsban
Duo Mänd/Krüsban is an energetic and joyful combination of Estonian accordion and violin, who mostly perform traditional Estonian music with some additional foreign dance tunes. They are well loved for their traditional, yet fresh…
Bozhychi
“Bozhychi” folk ensemble, founded in 1999, is a well-known Ukrainian vocal band that performs traditional vocal music of Eastern Ukraine in an authentic way. Some participants of “Bozhychi” are also interested in performing traditional…