Hi!
My name is Eltaj, your host and probably a new friend. I specialize in hospitality and music. By combining these two, after a long break in this group, this Saturday we're hosting the first one in the series of events called **Listening Sessions**. Before I get into explaining what is Listening Session, let me go by agenda.
1. **19:00 – GTKEO (Get to Know Each Other)**
First we will get to know each other through small introduction and then non-small talks. How will we get to that point? Through non-small-talk cards that I have prepared. You will have questions of different levels of intensity, so get ready for hearty conversations. Everyone will get 5 cards and you are free to choose who to talk to.
Meanwhile, you will be able to order drinks (wine/soda/tea) and snacks (olives/nuts/cheese plate) from the menu.
2. **20:00 – Listening Session**.
What is Listening Session all about? Listening Session means attentive listening where we don't get distracted with anything else, but listen to music. Just like when watching films with full attention in a cinema, we can as well listen, with open or closed eyes, immersing ourselves into the full experience of hearing. We will explore how much a full listening experience can enrich us by giving it its proper time. In Japan there are cafes called kissas that specialize in playing and appreciation of jazz records.
Here as well we will of course, will listen to a record. Which record? A gem of Hungary: Szerelmeslemez ("Love Record") that blends traditional folk music of Hungary with electronic music of 80s and oriental sounds. Great introduction to craziness of Hungarian nation! (of course in a good way) :)
Total duration: 50mins (Side A + Side B).
You will be asked to stay silent throughout the whole listening session. That's the only rule.
3. **21:00** – Here we get back to the noise of everyday life and continue our newly made connections with wine and joy.
As the whole event is going to take place in a flat in downtown, the capacity is about 14 people for the most comfort.