Basque Folk

Basque folk music is a vibrant and distinctive genre that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Basque people. Steeped in history, this genre is characterized by the use of traditional Basque instruments, such as the txistu (a type of flute), the alboka (a double-reeded horn), and the trikitixa (diatonic accordion), which combine to create harmonious and rhythmic melodies that are both heartfelt and lively. The music often includes vocal performances sung in Euskara—the Basque language—adding a layer of authenticity and linguistic nuance. Basque folk encapsulates a range of emotions, from joyous dance tunes to poignant ballads, reflecting the community's experiences and stories, and has been kept alive through the artistry of bands and musicians who dedicate themselves to preserving and innovating within this genre.

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Alaitz Eta Maider
Alboka
Anne Etchegoyen
BULEGO
Bilbao Symphony Orchestra
Hiru Truku
Joseba Tapia
Joselu Anayak
Kalakan
Kepa Junkera
Kepa, Zabaleta eta Motriku
Korrontzi
Maixa Ta Ixiar
Mendizabal
Mikel Laboa
Orfeon Donostiarra
Sorotan Bele
Tapia eta Leturia
Xabier Zeberio
Zabaleta Eta Imanol
BULEGO
Mikel Laboa
Sorotan Bele
Alaitz Eta Maider
Korrontzi
Orfeon Donostiarra
Tapia eta Leturia
Kepa Junkera
Joselu Anayak
Joseba Tapia
Kalakan
Hiru Truku
Anne Etchegoyen
Maixa Ta Ixiar
Bilbao Symphony Orchestra
Zabaleta Eta Imanol
Alboka
Xabier Zeberio
Kepa, Zabaleta eta Motriku
Mendizabal