Balkan Music &
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Every summer the EEFC presents two week-long workshops. Follow the links below to read all about them!

Mendocino, California

June 28-July 5, 2025
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Iroquois Springs, New York

August 9-16, 2025
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New York City, New York

Cherven Traktor at Balkan Cafe Wednesdays

June 7, 2017 at 7:15 pm – 9:15 pm

An informal evening of live music for dancing and listening

- Bulgarian folk music by Cherven Traktor
- Brief instruction for the dances
- Light snacks available
- Hosted by Michael Ginsburg and Stephen Kotansky

$15 admission
All are welcome
Info: 646-831-8720
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Cherven Traktor is:
Donka Koleva - vocals
Nikolay Kolev - gadulka
Belle Birchfield - tambura
Adam Good - bass
Michael Ginsburg - tupan
https://www.facebook.com/ChervenTraktor/
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Balkan Cafe Wednesdays is a live music venue where you can dance, learn Balkan dances, have fun and get some good exercise all at the same time.

Wednesdays thru June 14
Ample on street parking available after 7 PM
$15 per session

Balkan Cafe Wednesdays
455 W. 56th Street (ground floor)
Near 10th Ave
New York City, New York
https://www.facebook.com/events/1047894991976834/