"... the women of Zhena sing like angels, with  conviction and perfect musical poise."   L.A. Times

"The ladies of Zhena rock. Their rich harmonies blend beautifully."   Daily Breeze

Zhena Folk Chorus proudly presents a unique array of lovingly crafted presentations for your special events. We will perform the hauntingly beautiful and stirring folk music of Eastern Europe in full, authentic costume.

The mission of Zhena Folk Chorus is to perpetuate the rich village tradition of Eastern European choral music and culture, to heighten awareness of this beautiful and vigorous heritage, and to signify the primary role of women in preserving this important genre of world music. Zhena (žena) means woman or wife in Slavic languages. We sing the folk songs of Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Macedonia, Russia, Turkey and Ukraine a cappella and with musical accompaniment.

Based in San Pedro, Zhena Folk Chorus appears throughout greater Los Angeles. The chorus was part of Avaz International Dance Theatre from 1989, becoming independent in 1993 and non-profit in 1995. Appearances have included the Getty Center, World Festival of Sacred Music, UCLA, Cal State University, Long Beach and Northridge, and L.A. County's televised Holiday Celebration at the Music Center. Zhena Folk Chorus can be heard on the CD "Sound Traditions, Profiles of World Musicians in Southern California." Zhena's own CD - "Zhena Folk Chorus" - a 2003 release - features a stirring collection of folk songs and includes special guest artists, Tzvetanka and Ivan Varimezov, vocal and gaida virtuosos from Bulgaria.

To purchase CD Contact: Eve Pericich (310) 833-3690 or pericich@earthlink.net .

Also, CD is available for purchase at: www.CDbaby.com .