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IEFF 2024 Groups

Participant Groups at IEFF 2024

ARMENIA (OCT)

GOLD STARS

The ensemble was founded in 1994 with an aim with the aim of preserving the centuries-old heritage and traditions of national dance and by enriching it passing them on to the next generations. The group consists of 500 energetic members from all ages.

The ensemble has in its repertoire a huge number of popular folk dances, which represent different regions of the Republic of Armenia, as well as many areas of historical Armenia and reflects Armenian dance, music and folk attire in its most traditional form. The ensemble holds different cultural and social programs welcoming everyone to attend their national dance lessons and many other ones related to the culture of Armenia.

The ensemble performs traditional Armenian folk dances and dances choreographed from traditional Armenian steps. The group have performed in many national festivals and in competitions and won 25 competitions. The ensemble has participated in 248 international festivals till now.


INDONESIA (OCT)

KUTA DANCE TEATER

The group was founded since 2004 with 50 members which presents the Indonesian traditional music and dances. We are committed to elevate the quality and popularity of the world of dance in Indonesia; bringing it to its glory nationally and worldwide.

We are passionate and deeply committed to our vision and missions. IDCO has its focus to generate great dance masterpieces created by Indonesia's talents. presents an energetic mix of dance, body percussion and song unparalleled by any other performance group. KDT dance reflects the country's diversity of ethnicities and cultures.

The group preserves the traditional and folkloric dances as well as create new works based on traditional movements, traditional training has inspired the troupe to acknowledge the past as a way to comprehend and contribute to the present and future art form of Indonesian dance. The group participated in many dance festivals in and out of Country.


SLOVAKIA (OCT)

OBIDSKÝ CITAROVÝ SÚBOR-EBEDI CITERAZENEKAR

The band’s origin is form south Slovakia, but the musicians have Hungarian nationality. The members of the band are 4 women and 1 man (prime, tenor, bass). The band plays on Hungarian traditional music instrument what calls “zither”. Zither is from 16th century.

The band also plays instrumental Hungarian folk music with singing. In 2014 the band received golden award from Hungarian Association of Choirs, Orchestras and Folk Ensembles and in 2015 Obid’s Mayor Award for our successes in domestically and abroad representation within the village and around the regions. Nobuo Nishioka from Osaka College of Music (Japan), who makes research in Hungarian folk music, visited the band and the band introduced the zither music instrument to him.

Every year the band participated at various events and competitions of regional and superregional character – Slovakia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Austria. Romania. Every year the band takes part in Zither Band’s All Slovakian Meeting. The band participated in 2016 and 2018 years – International Prague Folklore days /Czech Republic/ and in 2019 year – World Folklore days in Marrakech Maroko.


MALAYSIA (OCT)

BAYU KENYALANG

The Institute was founded in 2016, a centre of excellence in art education with an international identity. A formal education institution that provides facilities to polish and work on the potential and talent of the generation of students to actively and creatively engage in the arts and culture of the country. An effort to develop individual potential in a balanced and integrated manner through art education implemented in a planned and systematic manner. This effort is to produce people who are responsible and have a noble personality in practicing the culture of the noble nation and Malaysian identity. Become a center of excellence in arts and culture education to produce world-class cultural people.

The main motive of the institute is Developing talent and artistic potential among students, encouraging active participation of students in art activities. creating collaborations with various institutions and artists.

The objectives are producing a balanced students both in academic and artistic achievement. producing students who are knowledgeable and skilled in the arts. developing artists and cultural practitioners with high character. developing individuals who have an artistic soul and can preserve the nation's culture. .


IRAN (OCT)

VACHIK PERFORMERS

The group started in 2014 with 18 members with different traditional culture backgrounds who are more enthusiastically passionate about folklore and the group believes that folk dance serves as a profound way to connect with our rich cultural heritage.

It is important to note that the group performances focus on narrating the traditions and stories of our diverse heritages, ensuring that our art not only entertains but also educates the audiences.

The group dedication and talent have led to perform on numerous stages within the country of origin, and in various Embassies, sharing the cultural narratives with a wide range of audiences. Additionally, the group proudly represented in Kurdistan for two consecutive years, further showcasing their commitment to preserve and in promoting folk dances.