Friends of Planina

Friends of Planina:

Planina would like to thank our many supporters, fans, friends and teachers, who have been helping us bring the the vibrant music of Eastern Europe to Colorado audiences for almost 20 years. Planina is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization and welcomes your donations. For information, please contact us. 

Other Interesting Sites: 

The Baklava Guy
Our friend Donald has cooked for many a Planina party and now offers his extraordinarily good baklava via the Internet. 

Balkanarama's Links Page
This Seattle band maintains an excellent set of links about Balkan music and culture.

East European Folklife Center 
The EEFC's annual East and West Coast Balkan Camps offer instruction in a wide range of vocal, instrumental and dance styles from the Balkans.

Kitka: Women's Vocal Ensemble 
One of our favorite American groups performing Eastern European (and other) vocal music. 

Music Association of Swallow Hill
Denver's home for folk, roots and acoustic music - and longtime supporter of Planina.    

Sémplice Baroque                                                           Denver-based Baroque quartet that has collaborated with Planina.         

Boulder Dance Coalition
Supporting international folk music in connection with dance in Boulder, Colorado. Runs the Avalon Ballroom and produces the Boulder International Festival. Check out their online events calendar.