Gala concert performance – the Song and Dance Ensemble „Śląsk”
Gala concert by "Śląsk" Song and Dance Ensemble "Śląsk" Song and Dance Ensemble was founded in 1953 by professor Stanisław Hadyna, who also became its art director. He is the son of a Silesian music teacher who is also a well-known folk-song collector.
The very high artistic standard maintained by the Ensemble has brought it recognition throughout the world, numerous awards and honours. Among others a Silesian Music and Art Award, an Honorary Diploma from the US President and a Diploma of Recognition from the USSR Culture Ministry.
"Śląsk" performed in such countries as: Algeria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Greece, Spain, Holland, Hong-Kong, Israel, Yugoslavia, Canada, Korea, Mongolia, Mexico, Norway, Romania, Tunisia, the USA, Hungary, the UK, Italy and the USSR.
