Cununa Ensemble - Dor de Rod, Longing for Harvest, Den Haag

In Romania, autumn revolves around traditions closely linked to the land, rural life, and faith. It's the time for harvesting grain and grapes, mowing hay, and, of course, making and tasting new wine. It's also the season for weddings and convivial village celebrations.From colorful agricultural festivals to religious ceremonies and crackling fires, these traditions are passed down through generations, keeping the old life in harmony with nature alive.The Cununa Ensemble takes you on a musical journey through this rich world of harvest and celebration. They bring to life the most beautiful songs and dances from Romania, Turkey, and other Balkan countries.

The Cununa Ensemble distinguishes itself through a unique blend of Western European classical music and folk music from Eastern Europe and Turkey. The musicians all have a classical background and have grown up immersed in the folk music tradition. This makes them strong soloists with a deep musical foundation.…