FOLKLORE ENSEMBLE ''LAZARICA''
Krusevac, Republic of Serbia
Krusevac, Republic of Serbia
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ABOUT US We are an amateur group of enthusiast, guardian of Serbian folk tradition from the town of Krusevac in the Republic of Serbia which includes about 200 members each year who belong to four different sections, depending on individual preferences and interests: folk dance ensemble, ethno singing group, solo singers and the folk music orchestra. OUR MISSION Our mission is to preserve, enliven and present Serbian customs through traditional Serbian folk dance, music and costumes, so as to foster the continuation of Serbian cultural tradition and heritage. OUR VISION Folklore Ensemble ‘’Lazarica’’ promotes the ethnocultural diversity of Serbia through entertainment and public art performances. We want to meet the expectations both of the Ensemble’s members and the audience by paying respect to artistic value of copious folklore heritage of Serbia. Learning from the most prominent role models, we want to gain experience, make friends, earn respect in Serbia and represent our country at folk festivals abroad in the best way possible. We appreciate the contribution of all members of The Ensemble, friends and colleagues who have helped us to achieve our aspirations. What is more, we create the setting that inspires joy, creativity and the feeling of belonging. Respect for all people, their differences, integrity and culture are the values that are our guidelines. THE ORIGINS At the initiative of the four founders and with the considerable help of about forty young enthusiasts from Krusevac, the idea of establishing a Folk ensemble that lingered for many years, finally saw the light on 7th February 2011. This relatively young Ensemble has had significant success, numerous performances in hometown, as well as in other towns and cities throughout the country and abroad, taking part in national and international cultural happenings and events of folk traditions and gaining recognition and rewards on Folk Song and Dance Ensemble competitions. TODAY Our sections The ensemble has about 200 members, and constantly increasing, consists of:
Art director of the Ethno Singing Group is Marjan Nikolic. The National Orchestra Leader is Dragan Miladinovic-Gaca. Art director of Children’s Folklore Ensemble is Ivan Jovanovic. REPERTOIRE Folklore dance Ensemble has the following choreographies in its repertoire:
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''There are shortcuts to happiness and dancing is one of them!'' Vicki Baum SUPPORT OUR WORK If you can, support our work with a donation. You will find the instructions for your payment from the country and abroad here >> INVITE US! If you like what we do, you can engage us. We will do our best to make the occasion special! You can contact us
GALLERY Look at the pictures from our performances >> |
We are grateful for the translation to Dragana Antić, Professor of English Language and Literature. e-mail: [email protected] |
Full name: Association of citizens for preservating culture and tradition "Lazarica"
Adress: Krusevac 37000 , Aleksandrovacka street No 36/1 Republic of Serbia
Phone: +381641274895
Tax identification number: 107050384,
Company number: 28043716
Bank account: 160-353158-36, Banca Intesa
e-mail: [email protected]
Adress: Krusevac 37000 , Aleksandrovacka street No 36/1 Republic of Serbia
Phone: +381641274895
Tax identification number: 107050384,
Company number: 28043716
Bank account: 160-353158-36, Banca Intesa
e-mail: [email protected]