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Albania Poliphonic Group of Gjirokaster Performance

US Embassy Tirana2006/2006

Cultural Heritage Center, U.S. Department of State

Cultural Heritage Center, U.S. Department of State
United States

To support the documentation of traditional iso-polyphonic music. This artform is unique to Albania and threatened by pop culture. Recently, it was recognized by UNESCO as a masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The music is divided into two stylistic groups as performed in the north and south of Albania, but it transcends all social divisions.

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  • Title: Albania Poliphonic Group of Gjirokaster Performance
  • Creator: US Embassy Tirana
  • Date Created: 2006/2006
Cultural Heritage Center, U.S. Department of State

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