Meike Clarelli

ECHOES OF THE ANCESTORS
The call of singing village
July 15th - 27th 2012
http://www.braveheartgeorgia.org

For two weeks in July, the villagers of Lakhushti in Svaneti, Georgia, are opening their doors to share in their ancient way of living.

Learn the songs that echo the lands, work the land to the rythme of the songs, celebrate with the villagers and songmasters. Many things are possible. Please visit www.braveheartgeorgia.org for more information.

Journey to the spectacular High Caucasus mountains and

the world heritage site of Svaneti in Georgia

http://www.braveheartgeorgia.org/index.html

                                                      Be hosted in LAKHUSHDI, a remote “Singing Village”

where ancient pre-Christian traditions and polyphonic

chants remain a way of life.

Share the summer ritual of LIMKHERI at the mountain

top “Church of The Annunciation”

Learn sacred chants, round dances, feast preparation,

traditional customs and folklore taught by village elders.

“It is not that you have to feel obliged to ‘perform’, but rather that you remember that you are not a tourist - your access is privileged and what is shared with you can possibly engage you in your own sense of self.”     

Eugenio Barba

July 15th - 27th 2012

Cost £1095 excluding flights.

Profits donated to Lakhushdi community.