Hailing from Katowice, Kapela Fedak\u00f3w is a family band that has made it their mission to preserve and revitalise Polish folk music. Their repertoire spans traditional melodies from Silesia and other regions of Poland, as well as original compositions inspired by the rich musical heritage. \nThe band’s commitment to sharing the joy of traditional music extends beyond their performances. They actively organise workshops, dance parties, and other creative events that engage local communities and workshop participants. Their outreach extends beyond their regional base, taking them to cities like Cracow, Warsaw, Prague, and Ostrava. \n<\/p>\n\n
Kapela Fedak\u00f3w’s performances are more than just musical experiences; they are immersive journeys into the heart of Polish tradition. The band members, the Fedak family, infuse their music with warmth, humor, and a deep respect for their heritage. They skillfully weave together melodies from old instruments, once common in Polish and Silesian villages, creating a welcoming atmosphere that invites listeners to connect with the music on a personal level. \nThe band’s dedication to preserving tradition is evident in their meticulous curation of regional musical gems. They don’t merely replicate these melodies; they enrich them with their own creative arrangements, striking a delicate balance between honoring the past and offering a fresh artistic perspective. \n<\/p>\n\n
Members:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Iga Fedak<\/strong> –\u00a0 An ethnologist, ethnomusicologist, and folk dance instructor, Iga shares her knowledge and passion for Polish folk music with students at the Katowice Academy of Music. In Kapela Fedak\u00f3w, she lends her voice, dance instruction, and percussive talents on the baraban and frame drum.<\/p>\n\n Kuba Fedak –<\/strong> A versatile musician, multi-instrumentalist, educator, and composer, Kuba’s musical horizons extend beyond Polish folk music. He is a vibraphonist with the Warsaw Sentimental Orchestra, where he explores jazz and interwar music. In Kapela Fedak\u00f3w, he showcases his mastery of the accordion, cimbalom, and fujarka fipple flutes.<\/p>\n\n Karolina Fedak<\/strong> –\u00a0 A skilled fiddler and occasional luthier, Karolina brings her musicality and craftsmanship to Kapela Fedak\u00f3w. She plays the fiddle and the Bi\u0142goraj suka, an instrument she largely crafted herself. Beyond Kapela Fedak\u00f3w, she is also a member of the band B\u0119dzie Dobrze.<\/p>\n\n Photo: Miko\u0142aj Uchman<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":54911,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"kategoria_wydarzenia":[],"edycja":[324],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n