Witaj Eindhoven – Jarmark

JamCrew is a group of Polish musicians living in the Netherlands, brought together by a shared love for live music. We organize open jam sessions and karaoke nights where everyone’s welcome. We play covers of Polish rock and recently began working on our own original songs. For the second year, we’re proud to join Witaj Eindhoven!, bringing good energy, strong community spirit, and music that connects. Whether you want to sing, play, or just enjoy the vibe — JamCrew invites you to be part of something real.

Ewa Pepper is far from your typical classical violinist; her soulful playing style cuts straight to the heart through its intense emotionality, which she masterfully channels into inventive improvisations. Regardless of genre, she unveils her deep passion through breathtaking, compelling, and expressive violin sounds. Her active presence in the music world is marked by thrilling collaborations with top musicians, prominent contributions to major recordings, and countless successful performances. From the Amsterdam Dance Event to NATO headquarters, from the Rijksmuseum to Defqon.1 Festival, and from Glastonbury Festival to the Concertgebouw: Ewa’s unique versatility resonates in everything she does.

The Polish song and dance group Syrena from Brunssum was founded in 1957, emerging from the community of Polish emigrants who came to work in the coal mines around Heerlen (South Limburg) in the early 20th century. Even today, a large part of the group consists of children from the 3rd, 4th, and 5th generations of these emigrants. Syrena offers a dazzling and colourful introduction to Polish folklore. Dressed in beautiful, authentic costumes from various regions of Poland, the group presents a feast for the eyes and ears. Thanks to the wide variety of traditional clothing, dance styles, and music, their performance remains captivating from start to finish. The group is led by Yvonne Rodenburg-Cierniak, who, together with Stefan Cierniak and Dariusz Rodenburg, provides artistic direction. Yvonne received her training in Poland itself.

Polish national dances are derived from traditional folk dances from across the country. There are five officially recognised national dances: the Krakowiak, Polonaise (Polonez), Mazur, Oberek, and Kujawiak. During this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to learn both the steps and the traditional costume of one of the most iconic national dances – the Krakowiak. Its hallmark step is a lively gallop, reflecting the spirited nature of this dance from the Kraków region. The Krakowiak costume is undoubtedly a gem of Polish folklore and is considered the most recognisable traditional outfit in Poland. The men’s costume consists of six distinctive elements: a cap, shirt, kaftan (coat), belt, breeches, and boots. The women’s outfit features a shirt, skirt, corset, and boots, complemented by elegant accessories such as beads, a floral wreath, and decorative details. Whether you’re interested in dance, culture, or traditional dress, this workshop offers a vibrant and immersive experience in Polish heritage.