Live Music

Yana Vlaeva

Step into the rich world of Bulgarian folk song with London-based singer Yana Vlaeva. From the enchanting vocal traditions of the Rhodope Mountains to the songs of the Black Sea coast, Yana brings together raw a cappella singing and intimate arrangements for piano, guitar and clarinet. After years of performing internationally with ensembles including Bulgaria's award-winning Nusha Choir, Yana now brings these songs to new audiences in the UK and beyond. Alongside beloved repertoire from the Bulgarian tradition, she uncovers lesser-known songs from the archives, some that have likely never been performed on stage before. For her Green Note debut, she will be joined by multi instrumentalist Ned Cartwright and some very special guests. Expect an evening of stories and haunting melodies from a tradition that has inspired the likes of Kate Bush, George Harrison and Peter Gabriel, and captivated audiences around the world for decades.