NINO NANEISHVILI
One of Georgia's leading ethnomusicologists and singers of traditional polyphonic songs, and leader of renowned women's ensemble, Ialoni, since its formation in 2009. Ialoni have now recorded five albums, and taught and performed internationally, including on several previous visits to the UK. Winners of Best Female Folk Ensemble at the National Folklore Festival of Georgia 2015–16, in the following year Ialoni were awarded the Grand Prix in Georgian Traditional Chant, and the first place and Gold Medal in Georgian Folk Song at the Tbilisi Choral Music Competition.

GEORGIAN POLYPHONY
The Republic of Georgia, in the Caucasus mountains, boasts a rich and ancient UNESCO listed tradition of complex polyphony, generally sung in three parts. Like Georgia itself, the music sits at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, yet has its own, truly unique character. It blends challenging, dissonant and microtonal chords with sweet and lyrical close harmonies. Ancient pagan, shamanic ritual songs with soaring liturgical chants. Powerful work songs, rousing wedding songs, and modern, composed songs all continue this music into the present day.

WORKSHOP
The workshop is open to all. There is no need to be able to read music in order to participate in this workshop, nor to be an experienced singer of Georgian polyphony. Georgian songs are generally three part close harmonies, and predominantly taught by ear.

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided free of charge.

PRICING
Note that, while space is limited at this workshop, we want the event to be accessible to all. If cost is an issue, please contact us to discuss.

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