The workshops featured a wide range of instruments, from traditional folk instruments like flutes and drums to classical instruments such as violin, viola, cello, and even the rare baryton violin. The lineup also included jazz guitar, accordion, and electronic instruments. Montanaro considers improvisation to be one of the most important elements of community music-making, not only because it deepens the technical knowledge of the participants, but also because it helps to cross cultural boundaries. Through improvisation, participants experienced the power of music on a personal and communal level, while discovering new dimensions of their own creativity and musical expression, which is perfectly reflected in the feedback from participants. Montanaro's aim is to make the experience of musical freedom and collaboration accessible to all participants. Montanaro's teaching methods are interdisciplinary: through music they are linked to other arts, in this case film. With the sensitivity of a true artist, he did not intrude on the visual work but created a work of art that can stand on its own as well. With the same attentive humility, the aim is for each participant to recognize their own voice and creative power through the universal language of music. His incredibly curious and open personality allows him to connect not only with musicians but also with interested amateurs, so his Ördögkatlan workshops were not confined to the walls of the Beremend library, and he was happy to engage in musical conversation wherever he met people during the festival. Photo by Vera Éder 176
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