Nemanja Knizović, a dedicated member of the traditional dance ensemble from Banja Luka, delves into his vast experience and commitment to preserving local culture. Nemanja discusses the fusion of culture, tradition, and dance in Banja Luka, the importance of folklore in presenting Serbian culture to the world, and the intricacies of musical storytelling. He also highlights the ensemble's ability to adapt to modern times by utilising social media and the need for professionalisation in the field. Ultimately, Nemanja's goal is to leave a legacy of a professional or semi-professional ensemble, contributing to the preservation and promotion of traditional folklore in the region. 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:30 Meeting Nemanja Knizovic: The Keeper of Tradition 01:18 Nemanja's Journey into Folklore 01:48 The Importance of Tradition and Culture 04:38 The Evolution of Folklore and Tradition 07:29 The Complexity of Heritage 10:59 The Significance of Ensemble Names 13:04 The Role of Tradition in Modern Society 22:40 The Challenges of Choreography 27:22 The Storytelling Aspect of Folklore 30:49 The Influence of Foreign Culture on Local Tradition 35:03 The Challenges and Future of Folklore 38:00 Nemanja's Vision for the Future Please also do share this episode and maybe leave a 5 start review on the podcast platform you listened to this on. Stay tuned for more exciting stories and adventures from the Englishman in the Balkans podcast! Thank you for being a part of our podcasting community, and we look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future. You can support my work, by maybe leaving a Tip or by becoming a member of our podcast family at: https://anenglishmaninthebalkanspodcast.com/support Get full access to 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 An Englishman in the Balkans Blog 🇧🇦 at https://www.anenglishmaninthebalkans.com/