Lāns

Lāns is a Latvian folklore group that represents the folk revival style, which refers to traditional folklore yet includes modern interpretations. The name of the band comes from less known Latvian word meaning a particular type of forest populated with spruces, pines, blueberries etc. The group’s repertoire includes vocal as well as instrumental pieces featuring traditional Latvian instruments such as the kokle, fiddle and bagpipe. Lāns regularly performs at folklore festivals and other cultural events, and the group’s emotional performances always attract a wide audience. The band has released two albums: “Lācenes un Kazenes” (Lauska, 2007), “Dzērves un Dzērvenes” (Lauska, 2015).