Festival Opening Concert
Live performance of ensemble kokle music from Latvia and guest countries, merging folk tunes and new compositions.
~18:00
"Living Music" Folk Festival (Kokle Playing)
Tautas mūzikas festivāls “Dzīvā mūzīka” – kokles spēle
Limbaži, Latvia
Oct 1 - 3, 2026ExpectedSource
The Latvian town of Limbaži hosts a folk festival devoted to the kokle, the plucked string instrument at the heart of the country's old music. Concerts and workshops explore its gentle sound and its place in tradition, in a celebration that helps pass this cherished instrument on to a new generation.
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Oct 20
Oct 21
Ethnomusicology Workshops
Learn about kokle history and playing techniques from experts and cross-cultural influences.
~12:00
Where it happens
Limbaži novada domes zāle
Limbaži, Latvia
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Plan the timing
Interest in folk music
Read the local rhythm
Basic Latvian phrases
Keep the visit respectful
Applaud folk performances, perhaps stand to honor performers
Practical notes
Tickets
Free events are available.
REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
"Living Music" Folk Festival (Kokle Playing)
Tautas mūzikas festivāls “Dzīvā mūzīka” – kokles spēle
Limbaži, Latvia
The Latvian town of Limbaži hosts a folk festival devoted to the kokle, the plucked string instrument at the heart of the country's old music. Concerts and workshops explore its gentle sound and its place in tradition, in a celebration that helps pass this cherished instrument on to a new generation.
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The story behind it
The festival was part of a “tradition inheritance” project highlighting Latvian folk instruments. It coincided with Latvia’s centennial in 2018, recognizing the kokle as a national symbol. The program examined the evolution from the ancient folk kokle to the modern concert kokle, and taught cross-Baltic traditions. Kokle music was paired with dance and other Baltic folk instruments to emphasize regional cultural continuity.
Key moments to know
Oct 20~18:00Expected
Festival Opening Concert
Live performance of ensemble kokle music from Latvia and guest countries, merging folk tunes and new compositions.
Oct 21~12:00Expected
Ethnomusicology Workshops
Learn about kokle history and playing techniques from experts and cross-cultural influences.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Interest in folk music
Read the local rhythm
Basic Latvian phrases
Keep the visit respectful
Applaud folk performances, perhaps stand to honor performers
Respect local boundaries
Respect traditional instruments and performers; no unsanctioned recording
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Oct 1 - 3, 2026
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Limbaži
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Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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