Pertti Palm Gypsy Music

The veteran of Finnish Gypsy music, Tampere’s own Pertti Palm, brings his band Tummat tunteet to Tampere House. The band will perform traditional Gypsy music as well as modern versions of it. The program will include the repertoire of the legendary band Hortto Kaalo. At the same time, Pertti Palm will talk about the history and current state of Gypsy music in Finland. The concert will be held on Saturday, October 12 at 6 PM, with free admission.

Finnish Gypsy music, also known as Romani music, is a music style with a rich cultural heritage that reflects the history and life experiences of Finland’s Romani population. It is an important part of Finnish culture and expresses the emotions, stories, and traditions of the Roma.

Romani music often combines both sad and joyful tones, and its songs frequently tell stories about life, love, loss, and the longing for freedom. The music typically features powerful and emotional singing, and the songs can be melodically very decorative.

The songs are often in a minor key, highlighting the Roma’s experiences of hardships and traditions. The lyrics can be in Finnish, but the Romani language is also common.

The instruments used in Romani music are often acoustic, including the accordion, guitar, and violin. The accordion is especially important in Finnish Romani music, creating a traditional, dance-like, and folk music atmosphere.

Romani music has largely been preserved as an oral tradition, passed down from generation to generation within families and communities. However, in recent decades, more recordings and concert performances have been made, which help to preserve and make this rich tradition known to a wider audience.