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Rom-Balkan Music and Dance Festival
July 2008 - Berovo, Macedonia
 

In July 2007, Paola traveled back to her hometown, Berovo, situated in the hills of eastern Macedonia. She met Milo Destanovski - teacher, musician, community leader, and director of the Malesh-Roma folkloric troupe. Milo, Paola, and the town of Berovo are dedicated to making a yearly festival happen there. A festival for lovers of Balkan and Rom culture, for musicians, dancers, epicureans, and spirited supporters.

milogajda

Milo playing an instrument made from sheep skin called the gajda.

Revisit this page to view updates as the project develops. If you are interested in participating or contributing, please contact Paola at paola@yalla-bina.net.

 

gypsybrass

Macedonian Gypsy Brass band.

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ddslavdancers
Rom and Slav dancers of Berovo.

View our video documentary of the summer 2007 tour in Macedonia.

You can also see the documentary on YouTube. Search: "Malesh Roma."

Part 1
 
The Dancer's Journey
 
Part 2
 
Meet Milo Destanovski
 
Part 3
 
Gypsy Brass
 
Part 4
 
Maleshevo Traditions
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