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What is winter afraid of?

What is scary, hairy, loud, and stocky... and wears cow bells even though it doesn't give milk? Slovenian youngsters – and winter – know the answer well. They are afraid of the same thing: a traditional Slovenian carnival character named Kurent, who is said to drive away winter and evil spirits. But don't run away when you hear the sound of cowbells! Rather, enjoy the folklore.

Recorded in Ptuj.

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