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An evening with R.O.M.A. - Virtuoso Gypsy guitar duo Nicolas Adams and Vadim Kolpakov
December 3, 2023 at 6 pm
Samovar Hall, 1077 Independence Ave., Mountain View, 94043
R.O.M.A. is a Gypsy music project created by the established two guitar virtuosos, Vadim Kolpakov 7-string guitarist, singer and dancer, based in Charlotte, NC and Nicolas Adams 6-string guitarist, Bay area native musician. They combine sophisticated and the most fun Gypsy music from Western and Eastern Europe, such as Flamenco and Russian-Gypsy music, including famous covers, traditional and original compositions.
Nícolàs “El Rom” Adams, a fifth-generation Romani Gypsy musician with Serbian family roots, bringing a lifetime culmination of unique Gypsy style to the world of music. Since the age of 12, Nícolàs has been playing professionally, showcasing his talent and versatility on a variety of stringed instruments. Nícolàs is an ambitious and self-taught artist with a musical repertoire spanning traditional classics to cutting-edge contemporary music. His eclectic nature allows him to effortlessly explore a wide range of genres, captivating audiences with his heartfelt performances. With a deep appreciation for his heritage, Nícolàs infuses his music with the essence of his Serbian roots, creating a mesmerizing blend of cultural nuances and personal expressions. His Gypsy style is truly his own, reflecting a lifetime of dedication and a passion for pushing musical boundaries.
Vadim Kolpakov is one of the most prominent and renowned Romani (Gypsy) 7-string guitarists in the world, as well as vocalist, dancer and composer. He comes from a well-known Kolpakov music dynasty that has three generations of virtuoso guitarists. Vadim specializes in Gypsy music from Europe with the fusion of Jazz, Pop, Flamenco, Latin and other World Music. Vadim is an artistic director of Via Romen company, he runs several projects with various musicians, singers and dancers, such as Zingaresca Ensemble and VS Guitar Duo. He performs at concerts, festivals, private and corporate events, and is also known as a great guitar teacher and teaches classes online and in person. Several times Vadim collaborated and toured worldwide with pop-icon Madonna and famous band Gogol Bordello. As part of VIA Romen band, Vadim toured with established Jewish singer, Svetlana Portnyansky in the U.S. and Israel, and recorded CD “Triple Delight”. They had many shows at the Dollywood amusement park in Tennesee and Silver Dollar City in Missouri. Vadim and VIA Romen collaborated with Balalaika Orchestra of Atlanta and Musical Connections company in Texas, and traveled to Singapore for performances. Since 2004 as part of Zingaresca Ensemble (co-founded with Dr. Oleg Timofeyev), Vadim performs in numerous universities, colleges and schools in the US, and at annual IARGUS guitar festival in Iowa. Vadim is a recording artist and released many CD albums which can be found on his website and other online platforms. Vadim based in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he produced the unique “Gypsy Soul” show together with the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. He often can be seen performing at the Tosco Music Party, local festivals, museums, restaurants and other venues. More info at www.VadimKolpakov.com