Led by fiddle virtuoso Gundula Gruen, Tatcho Drom draw their inspiration from the music of the Romany Gypsies – colourful & vibrant.

Exploring the musical heritage of Eastern Europe and the Balkans, Tatcho Drom create fresh arrangements and innovative compositions which are fused with elements of classical, world and jazz. The outcome is a unique and multi-faceted repertoire for attentive listeners.

Tatcho Drom’s powerful live performances range from nuanced and subtle to virtuosic and brilliant. They have appeared at the South Bank Centre and Royal Albert Hall, as well as at the Corsham and Rhythms of the World festivals. They have been featured on radio and TV programmes in both the UK and abroad.

Tatcho Drom perform as a line-up of 5 musicians. On occasion they work with selected guest musicians and dancers.

Line-up
Gundula Gruen,violin & vocals:
Gundula is originally from Bavaria. After achieving degrees in classical violin and jazz, Gundula learned her first Gypsy music from German Gypsies. She is widely known as the ‘Magic Violin’ for her heart-moving performances and infectious energy. During her 15 years of musical travelling, she has worked with Masters such as Caliu (Taraf de Haidouks) and Tcha Limberger (Budapest Gypsy Orchestra).

Paul Tkachenko – Accordion & Vocals
Jeremy Halliwell – Guitar
Brendan Rowley – Double Bass
Tom Wagner – Darbuka & Percussion

Venues and Clients include:
– Opening Concert at the Canterbury Festival
– Balkan Ceilidh at the Coronation Hall Ulverston
– Concerts at Le Quecumbar Ignite/Royal Albert Hall Relentless Garage London
– Dorchester Art Festival Trowbridge Festival Brigg Fiddle Festival Music Port
– Weddings at Trinity House The Dorchester Hotel Kew Gardens
– Fundraising event at the Royal Court of Justice Hall
– Function at the Flower Hall Covent Garden Opera London
– European Culture conference at Tate Modern London & Roma Conference Birmingham