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Croatian Music and Dance
Milwaukee, WI
Since
1985, the Milwaukee CFU Tamburitzans have been performing the heritage music and
dance of Croatia. This dynamic youth ensemble has 40 members ranging in age from
8 to 21. They perform on the national folk instrument of Croatia, tamburitza,
sing in Croatian, and dance in traditional regional outfits. Programs with the Milwaukee CFU Tamburitzans could include discussion about the regional costumes of Croatia and the songs and dances associated with them, as well as the origins and history of tamburitza instruments and their various roles in the ensemble.
Program Formats
A general presentation
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A performance
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Best for Ages
Early elementary
Grades K-2, ages 5-7
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Upper elementary
Grades 3-5, ages 8-10
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Middle school
Grades 6-8, ages 11-13
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High School, grades 9-12, ages 14-18
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Adults, ages 18 and up
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Mixed audiences of any age
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Costs
Program Needs:
30' by 30' minimum stage for dance. Sound amplification for large spaces.
Availability:
Weekends and weekday evenings.
Willing to travel up to 50 miles.
Past Venues:
- Milwaukee Area Croatian Festivals
- Holiday Folk Fair, Milwaukee
- Burlington Lyceum Club
- Various church festivals and events
- National Junior Festival (USA & Canada)
- National Junior Festival, Zagreb, Croatia
Contact:
Patsy Lucas
N37 W26951 Kopmeier Dr
Pewaukee, WI 53072
262/695-2410
plucas14@live.com
last updated:
11/01/2013
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