CHOREOGRAPHY SPECIALTY HELD THE FIFTEENTH EDITION OF A COURSE ON AUTHENTIC FOLKLORE
11 june 2026
Within five days, in the beginning of June, an intensive course entitled Leaders of Authentic Folklore Ensembles was held at Varna Free University “Chernorizets Hrabar”. The course is organised by the Choreography department for the fifteenth consecutive year. Lovers of the Bulgarian folklore tradition from all over the country received basic knowledge in the field of musical and dance folklore, as well as skills in preparing folklore material for stage adaptation.
“The number of candidates for the course increases every year, which is a testament to the work of the teaching team of the Choreography department. This year, participants from Sofia, Berkovitsa, Loznitsa, Stara Zagora, Radnevo, Velingrad, Sadovo, Kazanlak, the village of Topoli, Ruse, Pernik, Strazhitsa, Veliko Tarnovo, as well as representatives of the Bulgarian community in Spain and Cyprus participated,” Prof. Maria Kardzhieva, scientific supervisor of the course, said.
Feedback from participants:
Didi Toneva (Cyprus):
"With great satisfaction and gratitude to Varna Free University "Chernorizets Hrabar" - Varna, I experienced days filled with many emotions, new knowledge and valuable professional experience. I am grateful for the fruitful lectures, interesting discussions and rehearsals, which gave us the opportunity to exchange ideas and good practices.
The most valuable thing I will take with me, besides the acquired knowledge, are the wonderful people and good friends I met during the training. I thank the teachers and all colleagues for the shared emotions, support and unforgettable memories. I leave enriched, motivated and grateful for every shared minute. See you again, friends!"
Vili Velikova (Ruse):
"Knowledge is passed on, but inspiration is given. Thank you for this priceless gift. Five days filled with a lot of inspiration, emotions and energy! Thank you!"
We are waiting for you in June 2027!
