mostly Bulgarian & Macedonian music - singer, percussionist, teacher, song leader, dance leader, impresario

Member of: Balkan Fields, Balkan Kefana (also group contact), The Berance Band, Bjelalitsa Chorus, Fysera, G.B.L.C.P.P.S., G.B.L.C.P.P.S. Plus (also group contact), Gogofski, Gogofski Trio, Henry Goldberg & Friends (also group contact), Israeli Oldies Dance Band, Nice Driveway, Pajdashi, Pixtakis, Tatiana Sarbinska & Friends, Zornitsa
Contact:
ERASETHIShenrybgoldberg AT gmail DOT com
Scheduled to appear at NEFFA 2026:
Balkan SongE Saturday April 25, 10:00am to 10:50am, Seminar [Show on Grid]
Will he marry her or just hang out at the tavern? Will the village make a banquet for the desperados? Come find out ...
Bulgarian Village DancesNS Saturday April 25, 1:00pm to 2:20pm, Ballroom CDE [Show on Grid]
Divi Zheni is a vibrant women's ensemble and Zornitsa is a spirited men's ensemble, both based in Boston, Massachusetts. Directed by the talented Bulgarian vocalist Tatiana Sarbinska, we bring the rich traditions of Bulgarian and Balkan folk music to life. Experience the magic of Bulgarian singing, Balkan rhythms, and more.
Balkan Kefana SingalongGS Saturday April 25, 3:00pm to 3:50pm, Trade Center Tent [Show on Grid]
Come sing along (or just enjoy listening) to "old citysongs" and/or dance songs from Macedonia and surrounding areas, evoking the pleasure ("kef") of singing with old friends around the table at a celebration, or in the village tavern or coffeehouse.
Greek Island Brass & Strings from LesvosNS Saturday April 25, 5:00pm to 5:50pm, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
A selection of traditional Greek island dance music from the island of Lesvos featuring a brass & strings ensemble with sandouri (hammered dulcimer), violin, trumpet, helicon (tuba), and percussion.
Balkan DanceNX Saturday April 25, 7:00pm to 7:50pm, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
cocekberancheusestdevtorka and more
Israeli Oldies Dance PartyNS Sunday April 26, 10:00am to 10:50am, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
Come dance Israeli dances from 1948-1989
Dances from Croatia TB Sunday April 26, 11:00am to 11:50am, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
Dances from this region are primarily done in lines or circles. The steps are generally easy and the dances are lots of fun. The dances taught will also be done in a separate dance party with music by Pajdashi, where there will not be any teaching.
Roaring Russian Dances RegaledTX Sunday April 26, 1:00pm to 1:50pm, Ballroom CDE [Show on Grid]
Enjoy exciting and challenging dances of Russia. Each dance is accompanied by the beautiful and thrilling (live!) choral music from the region. Music provided by the Bjelalitsa Chorus, directed by Julia Poirier.
Balkan Joy!DS Sunday April 26, 2:00pm to 3:05pm, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
Inspiring pan-Balkan dance tunes by Balkan Fields. Dean Brown, electric guitar, Melinda Fields, accordion, Mel Fitzhugh, electric bass, Henry Goldberg, percussion & vocals, Melinda Hunt, vocals, Ralph Iverson, gadulka, violin, sax, viola.
Croatian Dance FavoritesNS Sunday April 26, 3:15pm to 4:05pm, Ballroom AB [Show on Grid]
Join us for a non-taught but accessible session full of traditional Croatian dances!

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