Alte Oper Frankfurt

Music to the ancient poetry of the free-spirited troubadours from Bengal is presented by Rina Das Baul, one of the strongest voices of this culture, which has existed since the 8th century. She comes from a Baul family and learned lyrics, rhythms and musical instruments from her grandfather from an early age. He taught her to understand the musical nuances and also introduced her to the Baul philosophy, which has been handed down in the family for centuries. Bauls do not identify with any organized religion or the caste system, but believe that a person's physical body is where God resides. Bauls are admired as much for their freedom from convention as for their music and poetry. Their musical culture has been recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Photo: Rina The Baul Trio

6.12., 8 pm (followed by a 30-minute talk with the artists, moderated by Birigit Ellinghaus)

Alte Oper (Mozart Saal), Opernplatz 1, Frankfurt

2for1: Price category 1 = 35 €, price category 2 = 25 €, subject to availability (Tickets are only valid subject to availability! After booking here at CITY CARD, please collect your tickets as early as possible from the Alte Oper Frankfurt advance booking office from 30.11.)

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