Ján Blaho

Assoc. Prof. Ján Blaho is an Associate Professor at the Slovak Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (VŠMU) within the Faculty of Music and Dance, specializing in the Department of Dance Production. He has held academic positions since 1979, including roles at the Faculty of Education in Nitra (1979–1992), the University of Pedagogy in Nitra (1992–1996), and his current position since 1996. He additionally serves as an external teacher at Comenius University and the University of Constantine the Philosopher (since 1999/2000).

• Education: Completed studies at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports in Bratislava.

His research focuses on Slovak folk dance preservation, ethnochoreological methodologies, and regional cultural studies. He actively contributes to the folklore movement as a lecturer, choreographer for ensembles, and advisor to cultural committees. His work spans academic teaching, artistic choreography for theater/film, and cultural program development.

Blaho has been involved in multiple projects and grants related to folklore documentation and education, though specific details are not provided. His professional involvement includes roles with the Slovak Ministry of Culture and international folklore festivals, reflecting his commitment to cultural heritage preservation.