Folklore Albania

albanian iso-polyphony recognised unesco intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

the albanian folk music prominent section of national identity , continues play major part in albanian music. although, can divided 2 stylistic groups, performed northern ghegs , southern labs , tosks. northern , southern traditions contrasted rugged tone of north , relaxed form of south. many of songs events history including national hero skanderbeg , traditional themes honour, hospitality, treachery , revenge. first compilation of albanian folk music made 2 himariot musicians neço muka , koço Çakali in paris during interpretations song diva tefta tashko koço. several gramophone compilations recorded in years genial trio of artists led recognition of himariot isopolyphonic music unesco world cultural heritage.

the albanian dancers wearing fustanellas, national costume of albania.

the contemporary music artists rita ora, bebe rexha, ermonela jaho, inva mula, , era istrefi, have achieved international recognition music. sporano ermonela jaho has been described economist world’s acclaimed soprano. 1 recognized musician elbasan saimir pirgu, albanian international opera singer. nominated 2017 grammy award.

each cultural , geographical region of albania has own specific variety of costume vary in style, material, color, shape, detail , form. presently, national costumes worn connection special events , celebrations, @ ethnic festivals, religious holidays, weddings, , dancing groups. conservative old men , women high northern southern regions , wear traditional clothing in daily lives. clothing made of products local agriculture , livestock such leather, wool, linen, hemp fiber , silk. nowadays, traditional textiles still embroidered in collaborate ancient patterns.