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THE FUJARA – A SYMBOL OF SLOVAK FOLK MUSIC AND NEW WAYS OF ITS USAGE
THE FUJARA – A SYMBOL OF SLOVAK FOLK MUSIC AND NEW WAYS OF ITS USAGE

Author(s): Bernard Garaj
Subject(s): Cultural history, Customs / Folklore, Music, Modern Age
Published by: Lietuvių literatūros ir tautosakos institutas
Keywords: Fujara; symbols; tradition and innovation; musical usage;

Summary/Abstract: Subject: The fujara as the most significant musical instrument of the Slovak folk music. Purpose of study: To present how an originally three-hole flute of shepherds in central parts of Slovakia has became a symbol of culture, nation and country. Methods: Historical, descriptive.

  • Issue Year: 2006
  • Issue No: 32
  • Page Range: 86-94
  • Page Count: 9
  • Language: English