Slovak performance gets standing ovation

Written by Greenwich Post
Wednesday, 22 February 2012 17:20

A standing ovation marked the performance by Pajtasi Slovak Folk Ensemble at their Jan. 19 concert, one of the Byram Shubert Library's ongoing series of free musical performances. "Pajtasi" — loosely translated — means "rascals" in English and the group reportedly brought the liveliness of their musical heritage to the enthusiastic audience.

Led by Brano Brinarski, bassist, the musicians played both modern and traditional instruments, including the accordian, violin, cimbalom which is an antique 125 string xylophone-like instrument, and fujara, which is a six-foot long wooden flute. Mr. Brinarski spoke of the history, geography language, customs and Slovakian traditions.

The artists wore colorful attire from the towns of their origin. Mary-Ann Zalman, Friends chair, and Adelaide Darula were attired in antique krojs. Krojs are made of colorful fabrics, trims, lace and embroidery. Refreshments, provided by the Friends of the Byram Shubert Library, included Slovakian treats.

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