The song and dance ensemble from the Karkaraly district was awarded the Grand Prix of the international festival in Poland

Young artists of the folk song and dance ensemble "Saltanat" of the Karkaraly district were awarded the Grand Prix of the International FOLKOWE INSPIRACJE Festival, which was held in the city of Lodz (Poland). For five days, talents from nine countries introduced the audience to the culture and traditions of their countries through songs and dances.

The "Saltanat" Folk Ensemble, consisting of 35 artists from 13 to 16 years old, presented 12 bright numbers. Kuis, songs and dances performed by them did not leave the audience indifferent.

– Among the 12 concert numbers of kuis by famous Kazakh composers performed by the orchestra are the most beautiful choreographic numbers, folk songs. Our artists captivated the audience with their performances and stage costumes. The ensemble was awarded the highest award – the Grand Prix," said Zhazira Iskakova, head of the Department of Culture and Language Development of the Karkaraly district.

The artists from Karkaralinsk have another important test ahead. They will perform at the VII International Folk Festival of Polka in Legnica.

– I can safely say that our artists are the real future stars of the Kazakh stage. At the festival, they gave their best 100 percent, tried very hard. In addition to performances, they participated in a parade, flash mobs, an exhibition of master craftsmen, and gave master classes. I am very pleased and I am sure that our children will show good results in Legnica," says the head of the ensemble Temirbek Syzdykov.

The folk song and Dance ensemble "Saltanat" was founded in 1969. In 1975, the collective was awarded the title of national.

"Saltanat" is a laureate of many international, national and regional festivals and competitions.