Music assignment

Antti Paalanen is a Finnish experimental performer and composer; master of the diatonic accordion. 
The instrument itself was invented in the 1800s and became an essential part of the variety of folk traditions. However, Antti Paalanen doesn't play the traditional, meaning ordinary, music. He created his own style and gave it a new name - breathbox. 

It was exactly this new approach that caught my attention on the Centria Night Music event in the end of September. I didn't expect anything new from the traditional instrument performance, but that one delightfully surprised me.  

Later on, I found out that Antti Paalanen is pretty famous in Finland. In 2015 he graduated as a Doctor of Music from Sibelius Academy, and now he works as a lecturer in Centria's music department, plays in several music bands and records albums.

So, next time, I intentionally went to the Corner's pub to listen to his play. The place was really crowded which isn't common in Kokkola. With the first sounds of the accordion everyone went to the dance floor. 

Check this song out!

The point is that it is really difficult to categorize Antti's music: not "folk", not "alternative". Something really special which is worth to hear once than to read twice. 
I really loved this unique, mesmerizing sound. Hope, everyone will enjoy it!

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Music assignment

On the 30th of September me and Margarita visited "Centria Night Music" event in Kokkola conservatory where music students and teachers were performing. The event was divided into 6 parts where each one lasted an hour. From "Let it go" to Joseph Haydn - concert united variety of genres, styles and names.
Most of all, we were impressed by the part "Kamu karkeloi". Musicians played their own compositions on national instruments such as tikkukantele and 5-kielen kantele. Also, the part with improvisations can't be overlooked as it is something what inspires you.
Atmosphere of the event was very homely and friendly like if it was a get-together with your friends. During the breaks you could have coffee with tasty cakes.

D-I-E Working hours

Description

Although, it's not the first time I am visiting Finland, I’ve started seeing things from a different angle since moving here. Even after 2 months in Kokkola, working hours continue to amaze me.

Banks are closed on weekends? No pharmacy after 6 pm? Can’t go to coffee shop late in the evening? Or bus stations which don’t work at night – how is it possible if there are night buses?

Interpretation

In Russia most of the public places open early in the morning and work until 7-10 pm. Also, there are many 24-hour shops. Want some chocolate at 3 am? Nothing stops you.

Investigating the reasons for such working mode of Finnish shops I found out three key factors:
- to operate in the night hours you should pay special fee. So, there are government regulations in this sphere;

- employees must be paid increased rate if they work night shifts (Note! “Night” shift in Finland – from 8 pm till 11 pm);

- trade unions closely monitor all the proceedings.

It is simply unprofitable to work late. Only big markets can afford it.

Evaluation

By talking to natives I’ve concluded that the system of working hours is not considered as a problem at all. Nobody is in a hurry to buy or serve. There are plenty more fish in the sea. Haven’t managed to do it today? That’s OK, there is tomorrow.

Little by little, I am getting used to it – just have to buy chocolates beforehand. 

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Hello!

My name is Longina Sudakova (for shorter - Lona). I am from Russia. Currently studying Information Technology as a Centria's degree program student.
I am keen on Art and innovations, exploring new cultures and meeting interesting people.

Love chocolate, impressionism and difficult-to-understand movies.

Look forward to creating strong relationship with Finnish culture and learning more about Finns in their daily routine life.