We are recruiting for the children's group MUZYCZKA at the Embassy of Traditional Music! MUZYCZKA is a series of meetings that introduce children to the world of rural music in a friendly and practical way. The classes focus on the musical development of children aged 5 to 10, based on play with traditional melodies and rhythms. Regular contact with music, singing, and dance gently stimulates the hearing, sense of rhythm, and musical imagination of young participants. This year's edition will focus primarily on celebration and annual songs, and the cycle will be led by Katarzyna Jackowska-Enemuo and Mateusz Kowalski. This year in MUZYCZKA, we will explore celebration – the kind that has always accompanied people, woven into the rhythm of nature and the cosmos. Changes of seasons, the cycle of light and darkness, times of abundance and times of slumber – all these were reflected in songs, melodies, and dances. They were often extraordinary, full of images and symbols: world trees, golden-feathered hens, bees, calves with golden hooves, or rich gifts for girls, boys, and entire households. During our meetings, we will learn wishing carols and ritual songs related to the annual cycle, and we will learn melodies and dances from various regions of Poland – from Roztocze, Podkarpacie, Suwalszczyzna, Mazowsze, and maybe even Wielkopolska. We want music and communal music-making to help us develop family celebrations – ones that can be taken home and shared with loved ones. In October (the first 4 meetings), the sessions will be led by Katarzyna Jackowska-Enemuo, with the main theme being celebration – woven into the rhythm of nature and the cosmos for centuries. Changes of seasons, the cycle of light and darkness, times of abundance and slumber – all these moments found their reflection in songs, melodies, and dances. Children will discover extraordinary wishing carols and ritual songs, full of colorful images: world trees, bees, golden-feathered hens, golden-hooved calves, or gifts for homes and households. The November part of the cycle will be led by Mateusz Kowalski, who will introduce children to the world of traditional melodies and rhythms through play, singing, and dance. Regular contact with music and movement will naturally develop the hearing, sense of rhythm, and musical imagination of participants. The pre-Christmas finale of the cycle will most likely be led jointly by Katarzyna and Mateusz. KATARZYNA JACKOWSKA-ENEMUO - Cultural anthropologist, musician, and storyteller. For years, she has been involved in traditional and early music, as well as composing and writing her own works. - She creates performances, concerts, and books for children and adults, and conducts singing, dance, and storytelling workshops throughout Poland. - In her work, she combines music, storytelling, and ritual, traces traditions of communal celebration, and seeks ways to restore them in contemporary life. MATEUSZ KOWALSKI - Violinist, singer, and accordionist, associated with rural music for years. - He introduces children and adults to the world of old melodies and rhythms in an extremely accessible and colorful way. - As a musician and educator, he combines artistic skills with a great talent for explaining even the most difficult topics in a simple and attractive manner. 📅 DATES: Thursdays: - 9, 23, 30 October 2025 - 6, 13, 20, 27 November - 4 and 11 December - possibly 18 December (in case of rescheduling) 🕒 MEETING TIMES: - Group I: 16:00–16:45 - Group II: 17:00–17:45 Duration: approx. 45 minutes Age group: 5–10 years You can bring an instrument – but it's not required. 💰 COSTS: - Package of 9 meetings: 180 PLN (20 PLN / class) - Single class: 40 PLN (subject to availability) - The fee covers participation for 1 child + 1 guardian. 📝 Registration: https://forms.gle/3wv5yqhHJZ8fA9QN7 This year, the MUZYCZKA cycle will be led by: - October – Katarzyna Jackowska-Enemuo - November – Mateusz Kowalski - Final December celebration – both leaders together The project is co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (Culture Promotion Fund) and by the own funds of the Dom Tańca Association. The Embassy of Traditional Music operates thanks to the support of donors and volunteers. Help the Embassy thrive – support it too. House no. 3/20 at Jazdów Street is used for cultural and social purposes by the Dom Tańca Association thanks to the help of the City of Warsaw – Śródmieście District Family commemorative photograph. From the left: Władysław (future harmonist), Marian (future harmonist), Stanisław Pełka (will be a drummer in the future). Photographer – son of the manor owner in Kłudno Kłudno, 1940 Source: Muzyka Odnaleziona / https://archiwummuzykiwiejskiej.pl/ Graphics: Rosik Ka
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