The small village of Guča in western Serbia's peaceful district of
Dragacevo has gained worldwide fame for one annual event – The
Assembly of Trumpet Players, the largest trumpet event on the planet. A
quick glance over the schedule gives you a rough idea of the
festivities: a morning "trumpet awakening," followed by the "proposing
a toast competition," then the election of the most beautiful popular
costume, a parade, the brass orchestras competition, all finally
wrapping up with the midnight brass orchestra. And that's only one of
the five brass-filled, alcohol-fuelled days of festivities.
This charming documentary follows two ambitious young trumpet players
in their quest to win "The Golden Trumpet." Around them swirl the
festival's participants, eccentric locals, bellydancers, and the
constant sound of Balkan brass band music.
Serbia's famous festival is brought brilliantly to life in this affectionate musical documentary.
LEARN MORE:
Visit the film’s website.
Visit O Art to buy the DVD.
Explore Guča’s Assembly of Trumpet Players website.
