Folk Dance Ensemble "Ibe Palikuqi"

Folk Dance Ensemble "Ibe Palikuqi" had been established in 1979. It is one of the most famous Folk Dance Ensembles in Republic of Macedonia. Since the beginning of its existence, “Ibe Palikuqi” constantly represents and cultivates beauties of Albanian folklore in Macedonia. During the years this Ensemble took part in many national and international events and festivals, organized more than 700 concerts, recorded over 50 TV materials. Even though the Ensemble began its activities by creating a group, consisting of social active persons , now “Ibe Palikuqi” is said to have a high performing quality. As a proof of that stand positive critics’ and top rated folk experts evaluations posted in the newspapers, presented through various TV shows and radio programs. Recently “Ibe Palikuqi” has 150 members divided into three groups: orchestral group, adult dancers group and the group of young dancers. Each of the group brings remarkable successes to the Ensemble.All members in the Ensemble are volunteers so the main and only reward for their hard-work is the language of interactivity with the audience. Such approach has always been a “nest” where many youngsters have been able to spend their time and energy, thus ennobling their hearts and feelings. We believe that that our assistance and support in developing such individuals has had great impact in creating sustainable community with good interpersonal relations and well knowledge youth. The Albanian folk dances performed by “Ibe Palikuqi” reaches the audience through the choreographic richness, emotional containment, plastic perfection, and the virtuosity. Those are the reasons why this Ensemble has great artistic voice at the international and domestic stage and respected reputation all over the world. All of the Ensemble’s choreographies are under the sign of the Master of Albanian Choreography, Mr.Fehmi Shaqiri. There are many beautiful dances and songs on the agenda and repertoire that "Ibe Palikuqi" represents, such as "Rajca", "Krahet e Shqipes", "Jugu", "Lahutari i Liris", "Dibra", "Arberesha". These folklore pieces have become a symbol of high level stylized folk dances by the years. Even more, dances in the repertoire of “Ibe Palikuqi” had been collected from separate Albanian regions. This is the reason why spectators can meet the real Albanian culture trough its dances differences. “Ibe Palikuqi” achieved to send their culture message to many nations with the help of their dances. The Ensemble have visited Albania, Kosova, Turkey, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Cyprus, Poland, Romania, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, France, Holland, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Ukraine and other countries.