Zhiva Voda

It has been said that to hear Bulgarian singing is to drink from magic waters, which can quench our thirst for beauty.

Renowned for their performance of Bulgarian traditional music and song, Zhiva Voda (‘Water of Life’) offers a unique and vibrant musical experience.

Inspired by the beauty of their home land’s traditions, Reni Pavlova-Bojilov and George Gaydov join with Australian born Ann Bermingham to create soaring solos, spine- tingling harmonies and virtuosic instrumentals, underpinned by exciting rhythms, and universal stories of love, longing and everyday life.

Both Reni and George have worked professionally as musicians in Bulgaria, and performed throughout Europe and in North America. Reni was a soloist and choir member with the world renowned “Philip Koutev” State Folklore Ensemble, and a leader of women’s and children’s choirs. George played with wedding orchestras and dance groups and contributes his skills on traditional instruments the gaida (bagpipe) and gadulka (strings) and clarinet. Ann brings to the mix her experience as a singer and choir leader, and her longstanding love of Bulgarian vocal music.

Since forming in 2002, Zhiva Voda has been evolving a presentation that honours the authentic music of Bulgaria, while also celebrating its continuing life and relevance in 21^st century Australia.

For more information,

www.myspace.com/zhivavoda

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