Lithuanian Polyphonic Singing Workshop

An in-person workshop for anyone curious about discovering Lithuanian polyphonic singing.

Sutartinės, Lithuanian polyphonic singing, are part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage and a living link to the history of Lithuanian, one of the oldest languages still spoken. This theoretical and hands-on workshop explores Lithuanian music and a type of polyphony. It is open to the general public, and no singing experience is required.

• Explore Lithuanian music hands-on.
• Gain exclusive musical material and investigate a type of polyphony.
• Receive a recording of the session and the song lyrics.

Ugne Daniele Reikalaite (Lithuania, 1993) is an artist, singer and teacher based in Barcelona. She composes, teaches vocal technique and directs two choirs. For five years, she has applied the Functional Vocal Anatomy methodology. Active in La Voodoo Jazz Band, La Figueral and her solo project, she toured Europe and Latin America for nine years with Balkumbia and has recorded seven albums.

“My aim is to explore a lesser-known style, break down barriers and fears around new languages, and create a space for intercultural and feminist dialogue where we celebrate traditional culture in a lively, participatory and safe way.”

• Date: 21 November
• Time: 11:00–14:00 (3 hours)
• Location: Ateneu del Raval, Carrer de la Reina Amàlia, 3, Ciutat Vella, 08001
• Price: €30 (€10 deposit to register, the rest on the day of the workshop)
• Workshop languages: Catalan, Spanish and English
• Open to everyone; no singing experience required.
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