Balkan Vocal Traditions – Demystified! with Janet Kutulas, Kitka

Warm up Bulgarian-style, and sing excerpts from the South Slavic folk repertoire to take a closer look at the unique vocal quality, ornaments, and rhythms found in these beautiful traditional songs. Beginning her career as a flutist, Janet Kutulas graduated from the SF Conservatory of Music in 1987, and has performed as a member in groups such as the California Symphony, Berkeley Symphony, Illinois Philharmonic, and as a founding member of Earplay. She has been a vocalist and director of Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble since 1988, and Director of the Kitka Community Chorus Zele since 2013. This event is FREE, but registration is required.