In the process of archiving the London Gypsy Orchestra's past work, we really feel like featuring this piece. Inspired by Kroke’s Sat — meaning "time" — Gundula Gruen and Evrah Albventure-True came together to craft something truly special. Evrah is renowned for her mesmerizing word art. By gathering words around a subject from every corner of the British language and dipping deep into ancient roots and forgotten regional dialects, she weaves pieces that carry extraordinary s

This chapter of our archive series holds a very special place in our hearts. 2011 was all about shared learning, community energy in collaboration with the extraordinary Czureja family, and two of our most meaningful projects: Gypsy-It! and the Gypsy Exchange.

day we are celebrating Ederlezi, the most important festival for Romani people around the world. It is a day that marks the arrival of Spring, and a time of rebirth, awakening, and the enduring strength of the Romani spirit.

Yesterday was Old Stuff Day, a rather brilliant excuse to rummage through the attics of our memories and celebrate the things that have stood the test of time. While others were dusting off antique teapots, I found myself wandering through my repertoire! To mark the occasion, I’m sharing one of the oldest treasures I play, La Rosa Enflorece. This hauntingly beautiful Sephardic song has been bobbing along through history for centuries, carrying the echoes of a world long past.

What a way to kick off 2026 - with more than 1,600 reasons to celebrate! 🚀 I am absolutely thrilled to share that the Magic Violin family has officially grown to over 1,600 YouTube subscribers! To hit this milestone just as the New Year begins feels like the perfect omen for the musical adventures ahead. To celebrate, I’m sharing this fun, high-energy memory with some dear friends. It’s exactly the kind of spirit we want to bring into this year: collaborative, joyful, and fu

From taking our music to the streets in the whimsical Balkan Barry's Big Sunday Out to collaborating with 60 singers on our biggest commission ever, this video is a showcase of the London Gypsy Orchestra at its most vibrant and ambitious.

We're often asked about the different kinds of music we share online, and this latest video—a beautiful rendition of Misirloo—is a perfect example of why we love community music! What you are watching: This is music at its most collaborative and heartfelt. It's about participation, connection, and joy, performed by people who truly love music. This is the other side of my craft, not the most professional performances, which are more formal, polished, and paid gigs you see wit

Hello music lovers! We're sending warm greetings from the beautiful city of Bath, where we had one of our most heartfelt gigs this November. This short clip captures a moment from that night—and it's a special one! This piece is deeply connected to the heart of what we do. It lives in our published books and sheet music, and it's a vibrant part of our live performances. It’s the perfect snapshot of the spirited sound we love to share. Feel the November groove and watch the sh

Step back in time with me and the London Gypsy Orchestra ! 2008 was an unforgettable year of growth, powerful collaborations, and soaring performances for the LGO. This beautiful community of musicians poured their hearts and souls into the rich, vibrant music of Eastern Europe and the Balkans —a sound that genuinely stirs the spirit and moves the soul. This compilation is a joyous celebration of that energy! Relive the moments when the LGO solidified its reputation as a lead