“Emy Dragoï’s Etno-Fonia project delves into the heritage of Romanian folk music which he re-interprets using the language of jazz – surrounded by an almost symphonic band. The encounter of these popular and knowing cultures produce an explosive Balkan cocktail, strongly evoking the exuberance of Kusturica’s movies, the virtuosity of Tzigane music and the lyricism of jazz. This new depiction boasts talent and portrays the vitality of the heritage of traditional music given an astonishingly modern treatment.” Benjamin Goldenstein & Patrick Fremeaux