Meraki Caravan was founded by Gina Michelle - director, lead vocalist, musician, drummer, dancer, choreographer, and Berklee College of Music alum with a background in Balkan vocals, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean music, world rhythms, as well as many other styles and genres throughout the years. She has sang songs in over 20 different
Meraki Caravan was founded by Gina Michelle - director, lead vocalist, musician, drummer, dancer, choreographer, and Berklee College of Music alum with a background in Balkan vocals, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean music, world rhythms, as well as many other styles and genres throughout the years. She has sang songs in over 20 different languages and collaborated with musicians and dancers from all over the world.
Meraki Caravan ensemble is an international group of musicians and dancers. Over the years, we've collaborated with musicians and dancers from the United States, Greece, Turkey, Spain, Israel, Lebanon, Uzbekistan, France, India, Mexico, Brazil, and more. Each musician brings their own background, knowledge and expertise, culture, and in
Meraki Caravan ensemble is an international group of musicians and dancers. Over the years, we've collaborated with musicians and dancers from the United States, Greece, Turkey, Spain, Israel, Lebanon, Uzbekistan, France, India, Mexico, Brazil, and more. Each musician brings their own background, knowledge and expertise, culture, and inspiration - creating a diverse blend of musical influences and styles!
We can perform a sampling of all our various styles where we "travel" to differnt countries and musical genres throughout our show. Or, we can delve deeper and showcase music from one particular region depending on what you're looking for. Examples include belly dance nights featuring Arabic music and dance songs from the MENAHT (Middle E
We can perform a sampling of all our various styles where we "travel" to differnt countries and musical genres throughout our show. Or, we can delve deeper and showcase music from one particular region depending on what you're looking for. Examples include belly dance nights featuring Arabic music and dance songs from the MENAHT (Middle East, North Africa, Hellenic, and Turkish), Greek night, Balkan party, and more. We have also performed early music and themed music for renaissance faires. Lastly, we sometimes do east meets west fusion songs for a more contemporary vibe.
"Excellent musicianship and very authentic renditions of Eastern Mediterranean and Roma traditions" - Joel
"The music and dancing of Meraki Caravan is mesmerizing." - Jesse
"Meraki Caravan was our favorite part of the faire! Loved the music and the beautiful dancing!" - Sandra