Name: Music of Bulgaria: Ivan & Tzvetanka Varimezov
Start: 2026-04-20T18:00:00
Location: San Diego State University

Tzvetanka Varimezova

San Diego State University School of Music and Dance

SDSU Javanese Gamelan Ensemble presents the rich and resonant sounds of traditional Javanese gamelan—an Indonesian ensemble of bronze gongs, metallophones, drums, and melodic percussion with roots in the court music of Central Java. Under the direction of the School’s world music faculty, the ensemble brings to life intricate rhythmic cycles and layered textures that reflect centuries-old musical traditions. Audiences will experience a captivating blend of ritualistic depth and timeless musical dialogue as part of the SDSU World Music Concert Series.

SDSU Javanese Gamelan Ensemble

San Diego State University

Ivan and Tzvetanka Varimezov bring the rich musical traditions of rural Bulgaria to life in a vibrant performance featuring the evocative gaida (bagpipe) and highly ornamented Bulgarian village singing. Drawing from the storied musical heritage of the Strandzha and Thrace regions, the Varimezovs offer audiences an engaging and heartfelt exploration of Bulgaria’s living folk music traditions as part of the SDSU World Music Concert Series.