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Department of Music

The Soul of Hungarian Gypsy Music

Gundula Gruen

Date: 1 July 2013Time: 7:00 PM

Finishes: 5 July 2013Time: 9:00 PM

Venue: Russell Square: College Buildings

Type of Event: Summer School

Series: Summer Music School Timetable

Course Dates: 1-5 July, Mon-Fri, 7-9pm  
Course fee: £90 (concs £70) -> book online

This course explores the wealth of Hungarian music styles, a tradition full of haunting beauty and lively zest. Learn the music mostly by ear, discover how to bring soul into each piece by exploring phrasing, tone production and embellishments, or simply by learning how to play with emotion on your instrument. Explore 10 ways of how to phrase a rhythm so each piece sounds exciting in a new and different way.
All instruments welcome. With Gundula Gruen.

Gundula Gruen is a classically trained violinist whose study and passion encompass Gypsy, folk and klezmer music from Eastern Europe and the Balkans. She is a performer of note, as well as a teacher and musical director. Her performances include heartfelt vocals in the native languages of many Balkan countries, such as Romany, Serbian or Russian. [artist website]

Contact email: musicevents@soas.ac.uk

Contact Tel: +44 (0)20 7898 4500

Contact Fax: +44 (0)20 7898 4519