Hear some of the pieces on YouTube
Hear some of the pieces on Soundclick
The CD tracks are separate so you can turn down either the guitar or
flute. There is one or two measures of introduction by the guitar so
you can use this CD for a gig or performance. Though you will want to
listen to Jessicas stunning performance of these pieces. She is
really incredible and an inspiration. She is an incredible artist.
If you havent played a piece in 7/8 time you have a treat in store for you. Of course its a bit frustrating at first, but 7/8 time rocks. Its a shame that there is not more music in this time signature and that musicians that are not living in Balkan countries rarely get to play them. Its a skill to learn and have fun with and I have found no one who could do it right away. Even the symphony players and well schooled musicians stumble over their feet and drop back into 3/4 or 4/4 or 6/8 time. It is a well earned skill which is so much fun, and that doesnt even consider the music, which is fantastic. Honestly you cant play a piece like Lesi or Adje jano without wanting to play it again. This is the great music from Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia and all the great countries of the Balkans which have added truly wonderful music to the repertoire for musicians.
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Ajde Jano
Kortans
Thalassaki Mou
Bitola
Dimna Juda
Hasapikos Horos
Setnja
Regi Tanc
Nestinarsko
Maricensko
Kritikos Syrtos
Godecki Cacak
Damjana
Lesi
Karaguna
Makedonsko devojce
Kendime
Dance of Zalongou
Karnobatsko
Ajsino
Valle e Qurmalit
Misirlou
Bracno Oro
Deninka
Shano Dusho
Vasilice
Dospatsko
The music notation is clear and crisp. This book will help you to learn the tunes quickly.
The CD, played by Jessica Peterson, gives the musician the advantage of being able to hear how these songs can be played and will make the learning process easier. This is a high quality Digital recording (DDD). In addition to helping the player become familiar with the music, it will also be a source of listening pleasure.