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201058 minPGdocumentary

Singing Grandmas

201058 minPGdocumentary

Forty elderly women gather every Tuesday in a suburb of Riga to rehearse with the "Granny Choir" at a local Culture House.

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Forty elderly women gather every Tuesday in a suburb of Riga to rehearse with the "Granny Choir" at a local Culture House.

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Ilze Ramānedirector

Ilze Ramānewriter

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Every Tuesday, Maiga, Velta, and Mrs. Tone gather at a Culture House in a suburb of Riga to rehearse with the "Granny Choir," which includes around 40 other women. Despite facing challenges such as age, low income, and health issues, these elderly ladies find joy in their shared passion for music. Their rehearsals reflect a commitment to growing older with dignity and humor, creating a vibrant community that thrives on camaraderie and song.

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