Kyklo plays traditional music of the Balkans and the Aegean on authentic instruments, including gaida, bouzouki, kaval, and ney. Begun in Tucson in 2014 by Anton Shekerjiev and Paul Amiel, Kyklo explores and performs the complex and beautiful rhythms, textures, melodies and lyrics of that ancient part of the world.
Originally from Bulgaria, both Anton Shekerjiev and Iskra Valtcheva left their home country at an early age and traveled the world. Their paths crossed in Tucson, where their shared passion for Old World music and their love for their culture led them to develop a repertoire of traditional Bulgarian songs. Anton is known for his … Read more