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Hopa Trop is a folk ensemble performing traditional Bulgarian dances and songs. Based in Seattle, it is the first of its kind in the state of Washington. It is established in 2013 by Dani Makedonska, Art Director and Choreographer....
In Bulgaria, folklore and dancing are integral parts of life. From generation to generation, through dance we express our cultural genius, and celebrate our heritage with love and respect. Folk dancing represents the essence of Bulgarian hi...
Our Vision:
Traditional dance is an excellent medium for appreciating other folk arts such as music, song, storytelling, embroidery, weaving and other handcrafts. We synchronize them with the music, feel the stories in the songs’ lyrics ...Our Art director and choreographer – Dani Makedonska
” With boundless dedication, inspiration, patience and love, I teach my students Bulgarian dances and songs and the traditions of our ancestors. I plant in their hearts the love for our folklore and homeland, and I help it grow. My greatest satisfaction is to see the harmony and confidence in their steps, their trust in each other, their friendships; to see them proud of our heritage, spreading their love and joy to our audience. This is my reward!”
“С безкрайна всеотдайност и любов влизам в репетиционната зала за да науча децата на традиционното, бита, песните и приказките, гатанките и поговорките; да посея в сърцето им любовта към род и Родина, да й помагам да расте. С неугасващо вдъхновение разпалвам любовта на моите ученици към танца и българския фолклор. Най-голямото ми удовлетворение е да виждам хармонията и увереността в техните стъпки; погледите им, изпълнени с доверие; да виждам как предават тази любов на другите и носят гордо българския дух. Това е моята награда!