URBAN ROMANO: REF Launches Bold New Music Project on Roma Resistance Day
BUCHAREST, Romania – The Roma Education Fund Romania, in collaboration with Goethe-Institute in Bucharest and Roma Status project, is set to host the second edition of “Resistance through Art” event on Wednesday, May 15th. This cultural event will serve as a poignant occasion to honor and reflect upon the profound significance of the Roma Resistance Day.
Hosted at the Goethe-Institute Bucharest, the event promises an evening of remembrance and artistic expression. Attendees can expect moving moments of celebration alongside poetic tributes designed to evoke the enduring strength, resilience, and vibrant creative spirit that characterizes Roma communities throughout history and in the present day.
A key highlight of the evening will be the highly anticipated official launch of URBAN ROMANO, a ground-breaking music project poised to redefine contemporary Roma artistic expression. Performed by exceptionally talented Roma instrumentalists, URBAN ROMANO creates a unique sonic tapestry by fusing authentic Roma musical traditions with compelling influences from funk, rap, and infectious Balkan rhythms.
“URBAN ROMANO embarks on a powerful musical exploration, channelling the deep soul of traditional Roma music (lăutăria) through the vibrant energy of the urban landscape – a timeless heritage resonating with today’s pulse. The project’s mission is to celebrate and articulate Roma identity through a fresh and contemporary artistic lens, promising an innovative and captivating musical experience for all attendees.” – Gabriel Zorilă, REF Romania, host of the event.
The #ResistanceThruArt event underscores the ongoing commitment of the Roma Education Fund to promote Roma culture, remembrance, and contemporary artistic innovation. This event offers a powerful platform to honor the past while embracing the future of Roma creative expression.
