: While focused on Slovakia, this doctoral thesis provides a comparative framework for "Roma-ness in music," exploring how ethnic identity is performed through professional music-making.
: This chapter compares contemporary local performances for Romani communities with those for non-Romani global audiences, examining issues of genre, repertoire, and authenticity that are central to festival performances like Šutka Folk Fest . Contextual Background for "Mangava tu saci"
While there is no single academic paper exclusively dedicated to Redzep's specific 2015 performance of several scholarly works provide essential context for analyzing the cultural and social significance of that event and its location, Shuto Orizari (Šutka). Recommended Scholarly Resources : While focused on Slovakia, this doctoral thesis
: Festivals like Šutka Folk Fest serve as platforms for expressing pride and agency within the community, responding to socio-political conditions through cultural visibility.
: Shuto Orizari is a major Romani municipality on the outskirts of Skopje, known for its vibrant music scene that often blends traditional sounds with modern influences. Recommended Scholarly Resources : Festivals like Šutka Folk
: Redzep’s work typically falls within the broader category of Balkan Romani folk , which often features fast melodies accompanied by distinctive vocal techniques and instrumentation.
: This paper, featured in Dancing from Past to Present , analyzes how cultural identities are formed through performance arts in Šutka. It is particularly useful for understanding the ritualistic and gendered power dynamics of performances in the region. : This paper, featured in Dancing from Past
: Although published slightly before the 2015 festival, this work explores how Romani music—specifically in Macedonia—navigates global markets and local authenticity. It discusses the synergy between political power and the commercialization of the "Gypsy music" image.