Barcelona Gipsy Balkan Orchestra

The overwhelming and contemporary sound of BGKO stems from its passionate and unstoppable exploration of the sounds and timbres of Roma, Klezmer, Balkan, and Mediterranean music, understood as a set of musical traditions and multi-ethnic cultures that goes beyond any geographical border. The group blends diverse approaches to music and the great individual talent of its members, enriched by the vibrant Barcelona music scene. Their performances mix Catalan, Greek, Italian, Russian, and Middle Eastern traditions with the vibrations of manouche jazz and rock, resulting in an explosive concert experience. The ensemble features Margherita Abita, Julien Chanal, Ivan Kovacevic, Albert Enkaminanko, Xavi Pendon, Olexander Sora, Pere Nolasc Turu, and Fernando Salinas.