'EUROPALIA Romania' in London: Alex Simu Quintet
Clarinettist Alex Simu creates atmospheric music from his vision of Bucharest. Folk sounds, Ottoman influence, allusions to 'Little Paris' (as interbellum Bucharest was known), war, communism and modern life go into the mix, blended in the idiom of jazz. An award-winning
'EUROPALIA Romania in London': Maria Răducanu Quintet
The most distinctive Romanian jazz voice, Maria Răducanu brings a free spirit to some of the most moving songs from around the world. A self-taught ethno jazz singer Maria Răducanu makes music that is deeply emotional and universally touching. Noted for her impressive
'EUROPALIA Romania' in London: Fanfare Ciocârlia & Taraf Impex
Fanfare Ciocârlia, the world-renowned Romanian brass band, brings to London the lively vibes and pure joy so characteristic of them. Fanfare Ciocârlia are the kings of hot Gypsy Brass with lightning speed, sophisticated arrangements, infectious energy and raw power to
'EUROPALIA Romania' in London: Pianist Daniel Ciobanu
Pianist Daniel Ciobanu is a rising star, having performed alongside piano superstar Lang Lang at the Royal Festival Hall and winning Silver at the Rubinstein Piano Competition 2017, where his dynamic stage presence also won him the Audience Favourite prize. Ciobanu’s
'EUROPALIA Romania' in London: Ada Milea and The Balanescu Quartet
The 'EUROPALIA Romania' festival in London opens with one-of-a-kind singer Ada Mileawho joins world-renowned Balanescu Quartetto perform 'The Island'. The concept is based on the work of surrealist Gellu Naum and inspired by Robinson Crusoe, fortuitously
EUROPALIA Arts Festival in London: Contemporary Romanian music in the spotlight through five uplifting concerts
EUROPALIA is a biennial and international multi-arts festival based in Belgium that is celebrating its 50th anniversary, sharing the best of rooted and cutting-edge contemporary culture. Romania has the honour of being guest country at this jubilee edition. Marking this