Gypsy Mandolin!: The Extraordinary Artistry of Howard Frye

Howard Frye, a master of the classical mandolin, demonstrates his artistry in this recording of Russian and Eastern European music. Thought to be derived from the lute, the mandolin’s exact origin is unknown, but its recognizable sound can be found in both classical and traditional music in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. On this recording Frye is accompanied by a quartet composed of piano, accordion, percussion, and bass.

Track Listing

101	Czardas	Howard Frye	04:13
102	Khaitarma	Howard Frye	02:29
103	Romance de Amor / Tico-Tico (medley)	Howard Frye	04:38
104	Midnight in Moscow (Moscow Nights)	Howard Frye	02:47
105	Russian Polka	Howard Frye	02:34
106	Stelutza / Ciocarlia (medley)	Howard Frye	04:17
107	Doina	Howard Frye	03:22
108	Kalitka / Tsiganka (medley)	Howard Frye	04:22
109	Magyar Medley	Howard Frye	04:04
110	Hassipico	Howard Frye	02:19
111	Tsuika	Howard Frye	01:53
112	Hora Staccato	Howard Frye	01:48