Triglav

Slovenian Dance Ensemble “Triglav”

The Slovenian Dance Ensemble Triglav is based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, and is sponsored by the Canadian Slovenian Cultural Society (CSCS). It has been in existence since 1972, and is a mainstay of our community in Winnipeg.

Triglav performs dances and songs from four distinct regions of Slovenia. To view a sample of the dances performed please here.

Gorenjska - It is the most commonly known and recognizable, as it the official ethnic dress of Slovenia. Located in central Slovenia, Gorenjska extends north from the capital of Ljubljana to the Austrian border and the music is traditional Slovenian.

Prekmurje - the eastern most part of Slovenia, bordering Hungary. The music from this region is definitely different from Gorenjska, in that this region’s music and dance has a definite Hungarian influence.

Stajerska - located East of the capital, stretching to Prekmurje. The music is more traditional in this region and the alpine influence is more recognizable.

Bela Krajina - located in the south-central part of Slovenia, bordering Croatia. The music and dance from this region are very lively. The music does not feature the trumpets and clarinets, as does most other Slovenian regions, but you will hear the introduction of the tamburica into the music of Bela Krajina

Over the years Triglav has been a fixture at our Folklorama pavilion, which is held in August when Winnipeg celebrates its “Festival of the Nations”. However, Triglav has also performed throughout Winnipeg, Canada, the United States and Slovenia.

Recently Triglav has performed at:

* Pan American Games - Winnipeg 1999.

* All-Slavs Days, Chisholm - Minnesota 1999.

* Tour of Slovenia – Various locales as guests of Mandrač-Telmont 2000.

* Culturama - Fort Frances, Ontario 2001

* All Nations Cultural Festival - St. Hilaire, Minnesota 2001

* Get Together Downtown Festival - Winnipeg 2001

* All-Slavs Days - Chisholm, Minnesota 2001

* Calgary Slovenian Club 36th Anniversary - Calgary, Alberta 2002

* Canada Day Celebrations - Roblin and McCreary, Manitoba 2002

* Slavic Days - Chisholm, Minnesota 2002

* Canada Day Celebrations - Riding Mountain National Park 2004

* Oktoberfest - Slovenian Hunters and Angler Club, Everett, Ontario 2004

* Vinska Trgatev Festival – Club Bled, Beamsville, Ontario 2005

*Mini-Folklorama - Portage la Prairie, Manitoba 2006.

* Triple S Rodeo - Selkirk, Manitoba 2008

* Tour of Slovenia - Various Locales 2009

Looking forward to 2010, Triglav will be once again proudly showcasing Slovenian culture. Watch for the Triglav Folk Dance Ensemble at the Slovenija pavilion during Folklorama, Winnipeg's Festival of the Nations.

If you would be interested in having Triglav perform at your function, please call us. We are constantly looking at ways of showcasing the wonderful Slovenian culture. Please Contact: Choreographer - Kristina Majowski. E -mail: info@canadianslovenian.mb.ca

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