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The Baksana Ensemble is based out of the U.S. Pacific Northwest; our name comes from a Turkish interjection meaning “Hey, check it out!” Baksana presents live music and dance inspired by Egyptian Raqs Sharqi, Turkish Oryental, and Balkan line dance. In love with finger cymbals, folkloric study, and the magic of improvisation, these artists create colorful, playful, and dynamic entertainment.
Director: Danielle Elizabeth
Dancer/Musicians: Morgan Fay, Bevin Victoria, Carla Michelle, Makeda, and Elise
Music Director: Kaya Hellman
Musicians: Ryan Pletcher, Evgeny Voevodin
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The Baksana Ensemble is based out of the U.S. Pacific Northwest; our name comes from a Turkish interjection meaning “Hey, check it out!” Baksana presents live music and dance inspired by Egyptian Raqs Sharqi, Turkish Oryental, and Balkan line dance. In love with finger cymbals, folkloric study, and the magic of improvisation, these artists create colorful, playful, and dynamic entertainment.
Director: Danielle Elizabeth
Dancer/Musicians: Morgan Fay, Bevin Victoria, Carla Michelle, Makeda, and Elise
Music Director: Kaya Hellman
Musicians: Ryan Pletcher, Evgeny Voevodin
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