Babaganoush
Based in Melbourne
About this act
Violinist Malini Chidzey founded Babaganoush in 2003, building a Melbourne ensemble around music from Balkan and Romani traditions. The group's arrangements have featured clarinet, accordion, double bass, guitar and percussion alongside violin and vocals. Their history includes a European tour, appearances at Australian folk festivals and performances in Melbourne music venues. Based in Fitzroy, the band also performs at weddings and private functions, with circle dancing among its festival activities.