We are more than just a performance company, a service company, an incubator, and an accelerator of musical projects. We are a group of people who prioritize human connections and express it through music, under the name Kalinka. Music belongs to those who create it, listen to it, perform it, and work behind the scenes. Our community is not only composed of artists and instruments, but also of spaces, moments, and individuals who inspire and support it. That's why we choose to experience it in real time.
A comment with two hearts and a flame is not enough for us. We want to feel like you are part of our journey. We aim to be there for life's most significant moments, the ones that demand courage mixed with a healthy dose of enjoyment.
Let's be honest on this homepage: for instance, on a scale from 1 to 10, how important is it to have live music at a wedding?
Our inspiration is drawn from the vibrant traditions and folklore of Apulia. From here, we extract colors, sensations, and memories to create our most captivating performances
Although we are based in Salento, we refuse to limit ourselves. We aspire to share our distinctiveness everywhere, reaching you in every part of Italy and across Europe.
We thrive on music, entertainment, and memories. When the lights fade, the images of the smiles we encountered linger in our minds.
a group of young friends in their early twenties came together to form a band with a bass, guitar, drums, and a vocalist. They decided to take their passion for music seriously and named themselves Kalinka.
The band started performing in pubs in Salento and Puglia, establishing a distinct patchanka-folk identity. They explored a wide range of Italian and international music, focusing on singer-songwriter songs that resonated with themes of change.
The band became a social promotion association, increasing their live shows and improving their performances. They incorporated the music of artists like 99 Posse, Manu Chao, Mannarino, Bandabardò, Lucio Dalla, Rino Gaetano, Lucio Battisti, Domenico Modugno, Vinicio Capossela, and Balkan music, as well as popular dances and Salento pinch.
Kalinka evolved into an entertainment company with the goal of organizing large-scale concerts that capture the atmosphere of traditional village festivals in Salento and Apulia, filled with music, color, and fun.
Kalinka expanded into a diverse family of artists and instruments, forming six live bands and four acoustic bands. They aim to blend various sounds to create a unique musical experience without boundaries.
He is our Scouting and Marketing Manager, and he is also a very talented bass player. He is constantly seeking out new talents to showcase on stage and he also works on promoting Kalinka as a hub for musical projects.
Logistics & HR Manager Can music and logistics coexist? Yes, if Andrea is involved. With his logical side, he manages the team and coordinates all of the band's activities. With his emotional side, he takes the stage with his electric guitar.
Elisa handles your quote requests and supports you throughout our collaboration. She is adept at listening, so feel free to share all your wishes with her. She always has a full schedule and plenty of notes with her, and she also has infinite patience.
If our communication agency requests materials, Giuseppe responds with a series of photos and live videos of the performances. He's our photographer and videographer for social media, but we like to call him a groupie. He's always downstage with the REC button turned on!
If the performance goes without a hitch, the credit always goes only to our Marco Leo, a professional entertainer. He accompanies us during live performances and makes sure everything works perfectly: dodging audio interference is his favorite skill.
He's not just a technician or an assistant; he's more than that. He's the one who takes care of the entire musical setup. He's a roadie, but he's also our savior. He's always the first to arrive and the last to leave, and he has incredible physical and mental endurance.
When the lights come on and sound fills the air, there is a magician behind the scenes who has thought of everything: he set up the instruments, adjusted the microphone, tested the acoustics and coordinated the lights. It's Francesco, he's the magician!
Right-hand man of the bands, he protects their music and the atmosphere that surrounds them on stage. If there is someone who knows how to create vibrations through lights, shadows and sounds it is Andrin: with him the performance enters the hearts of the audience forever.
PUGLIA
We believe in our land, and we honor its simplicity by celebrating its colors, sounds, and atmospheres.
Identity
We believe in the uniqueness of every performance, which is unrepeatable by nature. Our identity makes us recognizable at first listen and at first sight. Have you noticed the red socks we wear?
Party
We specialize in creating unforgettable events, helping you select the perfect artistic and musical elements to make your celebration exceptional.
People
We believe in the potential of every individual, embracing their humanity. While music is our occupation, its universal accessibility remains paramount.
Commitment
We are seeking artists who aim to enrich themselves without distorting their true selves. We constantly welcome new talents, forming diverse groups that encompass the entire music world.
Allegria
We are a group of artists dedicated to making music a lifelong passion, believing in embracing lightness. We approach our work with seriousness, while not taking ourselves too seriously.
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