Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Thursday: Lithuanian Folk Ensemble at Leonard Nimoy Thalia

Celebrated singer Veronika Povilioniene, Lithuania’s leading folk singer, will make her first New York appearance with the Blezdinga ensemble, which is noted for its distinctive harmonies and ancient style of singing. Ms. Povilioniene, who has performed and researched traditional songs for 40 years, has an extensive repertoire that includes songs from her native Dzukija. Blezdinga, specializing in the “country style” of singing, will play traditional Lithuanian instruments and perform regional dances.

Presented by World Music Institute and the Consulate General of Lithuania in New York

Tickets: $25;Members, Children $21; Students $15
Venue: Leonard Nimoy Thalia

Showtimes:
Oct 19, 2006, 8:30pm
TICKETS ARE LIMITED AND GOING FAST! Call Symphony Space at 212-864-5400, or go to their website at www.symphonyspace.org

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