Bulgarian Revelry in the Heart of Cambridge

December 2007

Every year, the Revels production company explores a different region of the globe, bringing folk music and dance traditions alive for local audiences. This year the cast journeyed to the Balkans, creating a gorgeous village full of complex harmonies, brilliant dancing, and beautiful textiles. Tatiana served as music consultant to the Revels' artistic and music directors, helping create a beautiful, powerful program of music relating to the Balkan winter traditions and rituals. She also coached the huge chorus of adults and children, and featured artists Libana, to help make a gorgeous Balkan sound. Audience members delighted, and Daniel Gewertz of the Boston Globe said "The 37th annual Christmas Revels is one of the finest within memory." Indeed!

Bridge Beyond Borders - a Beautiful Bulgaria Concert Tour

November 2007

In early October Tatiana traveled to Bulgaria to perform a rich and wonderful concert series, Bridge Beyond Borders, supported by some of the best traditional musicians in Bulgaria, including kaval player extraordinaire, Teodossi Spassov. Tatiana was joined in her concerts by her daughter, the singer Petya Todoroff, and by members of Tatiana's Boston and DC ensembles, Divi Zheni and Orfeia. Tatiana and her fellow performers were received with great outpourings of love and appreciation. Click here for Priscilla's and Paula's write-ups of the tour, including some gorgeous photos.

Tatiana Sarbinska & the Pirin Ensemble to Perform in Bulgaria in October!

September 2007

In a series of retrospective concerts and television appearances, Tatiana Sarbinska and the Pirin Ensemble will perform at Symphony hall in Sofia, as well as in Blagoevgrad and Chepelare in early October. At these wonderful concerts to celebrate their musical heritage and legacy, Tatiana and the Pirin Ensemble will be accompanied by members of two of Tatiana's groups, Orfeia and Divi Zheni. Click here for concert details and ticket information!

Cambridge Annual Christmas Revels is Balkan

August 2007

This coming holiday season, the Cambridge Revels, the celebrated annual performance of international folk music and dance, will feature songs and dances of the Balkan nations! Tatiana is acting as consultant to the directors, George Emlen and Patrick Swanson, and featured artists, Libana, as they develop a program that highlights the captivating rhythms and harmonies of the region. Tickets will be on sale as of October 20!

Tatiana will Teach at The New School of Music

July 2007

Tatiana is very excited to be teaching Balkan singing at The New School of Music in Cambridge, MA, starting in the fall of 2007. She will offer classes for children and teens, and a mixed class for adults & children.

Check the New School website for details and registration info.

Katerino Mome and Makedonsko Devojche CDs are available!

July 2007

We are delighted to announce that Tatiana's two newly released CDs have arrived stateside! They are both available for preview and purchase at CDBaby, and the tracks are available for download at iTunes. The first disc is Katerino Mome, a newly issued compilation of Tatiana's legendary recordings, produced by the Bulgarian National Radio. The second disc, Makedonsko Devojche, features brand new recordings by Tatiana of traditional and contemporary folk songs. It includes Oj Dimitre Sine Mitre, written by Tatiana, and now a big hit in Bulgaria!

Tatiana's new website is up!

June 2007

As you can see, Tatiana's website has been updated with a new design and current information. In addition to learning about Tatiana's recordings and upcoming performances, you can also find information about the ensembles she directs, and her work as a voice teacher . Site design by Plaidbathtub. Rila Mountains photo courtesy of Claire and friends on Flickr.