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CTMD | Beat of the Boroughs | Merita Halili & Raif Hyseni

Merita Halili is one of Albania’s most celebrated vocalists, acclaimed for her stunning voice, exceptional range, and refined vocal technique. Raif Hyseni, originally from the Republic of Kosova, leads the premier Albanian music ensemble in the United States. In this intimate living room concert, filmed during the pandemic, these two outstanding artists share and reflect on a vibrant selection of traditional Albanian folk songs, showcasing Merita’s extraordinary vocals alongside Raif’s masterful accordion accompaniment. Learn even more about this duo on their CTMD Touring Artist page: https://ctmd.org/programs/touring-art... Beat of the Boroughs is a new video series by the Center for Traditional Music and Dance (CTMD) celebrating the stories and sounds of local traditional artists from around the five boroughs. In these times, it is more important than ever to celebrate the remarkable contributions of immigrant artists and the central role they have always played in the making of New York City and the United States. Founded in 1968, CTMD assists New York City’s immigrant communities to sustain their distinctive performing arts traditions and promotes cross-cultural understanding by sharing these art forms with audiences across the city. Nationally renowned for programs that combine research, documentation, presentation and education, CTMD assists immigrant communities in passing traditions to new generations. Find out more online at ​www.ctmd.org​. This program is generously funded by the Scherman Foundation and the Howard Gilman Foundation. CTMD encourages donations: https://ctmd.org/donate www.instagram.com/ctmd_nyc www.facebook.com/CTMDnyc / @ctmdprogramsconcerts