Goran Jovanović

“Gypsy music, like Gypsy music, exists and does not exist, it depends on where you live”

Obrenovac, Serbia, 2025

A 64-year-old violinist and entrepreneur, he comes from a family of musicians. Originally from Obrenovac, he is now based between Belgrade and Obrenovac. Jovanović explained his family’s rich musical tradition (composers and performers), which brought prestige and wealth to certain members. He also chronicles the grand musical traditions and the market for musicians in Obrenovac, both in the past and today. Among the dishes he prepares, he highlights goulash and meat with potatoes, both cooked for several hours to achieve the best flavor

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Original language: Serbian/Romani