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Grupi Krenaria Albanian Traditional Dance Group of Michigan

February 09, 2021 • Leonita • Season 1 • Episode 15

On this episode I sit with the co-founders of Grupi Krenaria, Melisa and Kristian. They tell me all about how they got started on making this group get together. They both share a passion for dance and seeing Albanian dance at their local church, St. Pauls Albanian Catholic Church in Rochester. Where they do much of their dance practice.

Kristian is born in USA, and his parents are originally from Mal i zi (Montenegro) and at 19 years old he is taking classes at community college. He wants to take school easy this past year till things get more back to normal.

Melisa is 22 years old and from Albania. She goes to Oakland University and is enjoying dancing and being around friends. She hopes to pass down what she has learned and created with Grupi Krenaria to others one day in the future.

They talk about their favorite traditional clothing, some favorite memories, and how they as a group is what make Grupi Krenaria so special.

Take a listen to their inspirations, and goals for the future.

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