Romani Caravan
2021-03-20 18:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Melbourne Recital Centre, Corner Southbank Boulevard & Sturt St, Melbourne, Australia
Come to the nomadic lands of the Romani people and get ready to fall in love with their quirky songs. With more than a touch of humour, Anja & Zlatna performs songs and dances that celebrate distant lands, magnificent horses and – of course – beautiful women. These lighthearted songs recount Romani adventures and may even teach you a few pearls of wisdom along the way – did you know, you should always give up your last penny to hear a good song? With Anja & Zlatna playing, of course you should.

LOVE AND OTHER MYSTERIES - live in Melbourne or stream anywhere in the world
2021-05-13 08:30 - 21:30 | The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, Any city
Anja & Zlatna brings a unique combination of voices and instrumentalists, fusing exotic Balkan rhythms and melodies with 17th-century improvisation. This incredible ensemble has won audiences everywhere and is coming to the MDCH. This program celebrates beauty of all sorts, featuring colourful street songs, heart-breaking sevdah, and a fiery Fandango.

Balkan Caravan
2021-09-02 19:00 - 20:00 | The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, Any city
Back by popular demand, Anja & Zlatna returns with its winning combination of voices and instruments, fusing exotic rhythms and melodies of the Balkans with 17th-century improvisation. Join us on a journey filled with humour and celebrate all the beauties of the world. Colourful family songs meet evocative sevdah, all flavoured with that distinctive Balkan beat.

Songs of Farewell
2021-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Melbourne Recital Centre, Corner Southbank Boulevard & Sturt St, Melbourne, Australia
There’s never a good time to say goodbye … unless perhaps you need to cut ties with a cruel lover, escape an evil enemy or quit smoking. In most cases though, goodbyes are tough. It helps to have a little music in mind that can pick you up and give you courage. Anja & Zlatna performs songs that show you the bright side of life. These gorgeous world-worn songs remind us to cherish the landscape in its vast beauty, revel in good times with loved ones and remember those we leave behind.

Burnt by the Sun
2022-03-10 20:30 - 21:30 | The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, Any city
Back by popular demand, Anja & Zlatna returns with its winning combination of voices and instruments, fusing exotic rhythms and melodies of the Balkans with 17th-century improvisation. This time, we take you on a film voyage, across memorable cinematic masterpieces which featured fabulous music.

Dance, Dance, Dance!
2022-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Melbourne Recital Centre, Corner Southbank Boulevard & Sturt St, Melbourne, Australia
The ensemble’s performance in Primrose Potter Salon seeks to celebrate dance, inviting audiences to dance in three or seven-eight, dance bare-footed or with friends. Dance alone or in a circle, dance on the grass, listen to the brass! Dance in the rain, or dance for the king, dance to win her hand or just enjoy its swing. Or, simply – dance to mend your heart. Enjoy an in-depth journey through a range of distinctive musical cultures from the Balkans and beyond.

Balkan Beats
2022-06-09 19:00 - 20:00 | The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, Any city
Ever so popular, Anja & Zlatna returns with its winning combination of voices and instruments, fusing exotic rhythms and melodies of the Balkans with 17th-century improvisation. Their colourful collage of distinctive musical cultures will highlight the exquisite rhythms of the Balkans, increase your pulse and delight your heart.

Life is Beautiful
2022-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Melbourne Recital Centre, Corner Southbank Boulevard & Sturt St, Melbourne, Australia
‘Thanks to life, which has given me so much. It gave me laughter and it gave me tears. With them I distinguish happiness from pain. The two elements that make up my song.’ [Mercedes Sosa, Gracias a la vida]
Anja & Zlatna seeks to celebrate the joys of life – be it the admiration of a loved one, a wistful daydream, flawless beauty or just another ordinary Balkan day. Let their performance guide you on an emotion-filled journey that rejoices in everyday delights and special moments.

Love Stories
2022-11-23 19:00 - 20:00 | The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, The Athenaeum 2 188 Collins St, Melbourne, Any city
Back by popular demand, Anja & Zlatna returns with its winning combination of voices and instruments, fusing exotic rhythms and melodies of the Balkans with 17th-century improvisation. We bring you heavenly collage of love songs, ranging from Serbia to Spain.

Music from the Balkans and beyond
2022-12-16 21:00 - 23:00 | Open Studio Northcote, 204 High Street,Northcote, Melbourne, Victoria, 3070, Australia
This programme will present song and dances which have been long cherished by people from the region of the Balkans, Mediterranean and beyond. Vivid musical interpretations will surprise, delight and transport you to the faraway exotic lands.

3MBS Marathon Concert 7 – Celebrate
2023-02-11 20:00 - 23:00 | Melbourne Recital Centre, Corner Southbank Boulevard & Sturt St, Melbourne, Australia
Firebird Trio together with MCO and Ensemble Anja & Zlatna unite for the 3MBS Marathon.
Firebird Trio brings to life the Spanish-flavoured fantasia by Cassado, a work full of bravura and colour with spicy harmonies and catchy rhythms. Melbourne Chamber Orchestra directed by Sophie Rowell presents a fabulous program of luscious string music and an incredible day of celebration is wrapped up with Ensemble Anja & Zlatna in a program of Balkan folk songs guaranteed to finish the TOGETHER Marathon with a smile.

Anja & Zlatna at Montsalvat
2023-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Monsalvat, 7 Hillcrest Ave Eltham, Melbourne, Victoria, 3095, Australia
Anja & Zlatna present picturesque music from the Balkans, Eastern Europe and beyond. With subjects of love, lust, jealousy and pride, this is a repertoire of a diverse melodic and rhythmic traditions, enriched by a playful and exquisite musico-cultural crossroads. The ensemble’s unique sound comes from the blend of recorders, bass, harpsichord, and voices. This will be a treat. Let their delightful musical interpretations transport you to the faraway lands!

Anja & Zlatna at Open Studio
2023-08-17 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Open Studio Northcote, 204 High Street,Northcote, Melbourne, Victoria, 3070, Australia

Anja & Zlatna: For the Children in Gaza
2024-03-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Open Studio Northcote, 204 High Street,Northcote, Melbourne, Victoria, 3070, Australia
Our next concert, God’s willing, is on Wednesday 27 March. We will donate our band-proceeds to MFS support for Children in Gaza. We hope you can make it or/and support the Children.

Anja & Zlatna Concert at the Kew Court House
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Kew Court House, 188HighStreet, Melbourne, Victoria, 3101, Australia
In this program, ensemble Anja & Zlatna performs songs and dances that celebrate distant lands, magnificent horses, integral questions of existence, gorgeous woman and – of course – beautiful soul of the Balkan people. From weddings to working on the field, from sorrows to joys of love, this memorable music brings a plethora of stories coloured with unique musical interpretations.
