Zuzana Lapčíková Kvintet

Czech Folk-Jazz Fusion Ensemble

Zuzana Lapčíková Kvintet is a musical ensemble led by Zuzana Lapčíková, a Czech musician known for her expertise in playing the cimbalom, a type of hammered dulcimer. The quintet specializes in Moravian folk music, which is a regional folk style from the eastern part of the Czech Republic. Zuzana Lapčíková herself is an accomplished artist who has delved deeply into the traditional music of her homeland, blending it with other genres and influences to create a unique sound. The ensemble's work often features a combination of vocals and instruments, with Zuzana's cimbalom playing being a central element. They have contributed to the preservation and evolution of Moravian folk music through their performances and recordings.