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Gill Pirt writes: Ethno England is an international youth folk music camp for young musicians and singers aged 15 to 25 years. It will be taking place in Yorkshire from June 11th to 18th, 2004. "Ethno" camps also take place in Sweden, Belgium and Estonia but until now there has never been one in England - so now is the time! Ethno England culminates in a grand performance at the Beverley and East Riding Folk Festival where the participants perform together in what always proves to be a truly moving and exciting event. Ethno Camps are something very special. Talented young musicians and singers come together and teach each other the music, song and dance from their country, with the encouragement of a few artistic leaders to help guide their way. All return home with new skills, knowledge, and friendships that know no boundaries. All participants gain knowledge about the music, songs, dance and culture of these countries, as well as having great fun at the same time. Language barriers are smashed, boundaries are bent till they break and great friendships are made alongside some fantastic music. Ethno England's Director Sam Pirt has been both a participant and an artistic leader at several Ethnos in Sweden. "I first went to Ethno in 1996 and it changed my life from that point on - I was inspired! It is so amazing the enjoyment Ethno can bring to its participants. I knew I had to set one up in England so I could give more people this unique Ethno experience, it blows your mind! Seeing strange instruments you never knew existed - then seeing how they play the tune you are teaching. Then of course there are the great friendships that can be made, and amazing music sessions! Often there is no common language - but words are not needed to speak to each other, the language of music works just fine!" Ethno England 2004 will be the first of its kind in England. It is something very special that will inspire all young musicians. For more information about Ethno 2004 please contact :
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