Folk Music Festival 2025 (CA/FI)

Where: Klingran
Duration: 120 min (incl. break)

When tradition meets innovation, magic happens – exactly what unfolds when Kleztory and Erkki Virkkala & Likka Huntus take the stage. Get ready for an evening filled with intense rhythms, virtuoso performances, and boundless musical energy.

Kleztory
Since 2000, Kleztory has captivated audiences worldwide with its dynamic and innovative approach to klezmer and world music. With over 1,000 concerts in 20 countries, the ensemble masterfully blends traditional klezmer repertoire with elements of jazz, folk, classical, film music, and country, resulting in a truly original and compelling soundscape.

The group consists of:

• Airat Ichmouratov – clarinet, bass clarinet, and duclar
• Elvira Misbakhova – violin and viola
• Mark Peetsma – double bass
• Mélanie Bergeron – accordion
• Raphaël D’Amour – guitar
• David Ryshpan – piano

Erkki Virkkala & Likka Huntus 
The Finnish duo Erkki Virkkala & Likka Huntus crafts a sound that seamlessly balances the traditional and the contemporary. Rooted in the classic Kaustinen fiddle tradition, they infuse their music with elements of jazz and classical, creating a distinctive and dynamic musical expression.

In recent years, the duo has developed a truly unique sound and style, effortlessly shifting between beautiful melodies, virtuoso classical passages, and lightning-fast polska rhythms – always leaving room for musical surprises.