Virtuosi of the Accordion, Balalaika, Domra and Zhaleika

Virtuosi of the Accordion, Balalaika, Domra, and Zhaleika features suites, dances, and variations performed by the Piatnitsky and Andreyev Orchestras of Folk Instruments, among others.

The bayan, a push-button accordion, and the three–stringed balalaika are featured on both album sides. A lesser–known three–stringed instrument dating back to the 16^th century, the domra, and the unique sound of the zhaleika, a Russian reed instrument, are also highlighted. This collection of nine ensemble pieces exemplifies the traditional sounds of Russian folk orchestral music. Brief historical descriptions and details on how these instruments are played are included in the liner notes.

Track Listing

101	Snow Flurries (from Suite for Folk Instruments)	Vladimir Boyashev, Andreyev Orchestra of Folk Instruments, A. Mikhailov	03:04
102	Domra (from Suite for Folk Instruments)	Emmanuel Sheikman, Andreyev Orchestra of Folk Instruments, A. Mikhailov	07:22
103	Variations for Balalaika and Orchestra of Folk Instruments	Boris Feoktistov, Moscow Radio Orchestra of Folk Instruments, G. Stolyarov	08:52
104	On an Outing (Musical Tableau)	Andreyev Orchestra of Folk Instruments, A. Alexandrov	02:51
201	Concert Variations for Accordian (Bayan) and Orchestra of Folk Instruments	Ivan Rudenko, Voronezh Chorus Folk Instrument Orchestra, P. Shmatko	05:09
202	Concert Variations on a Siberian Humorous Song "Vatalinka" for Balalaika and Orchestra of Folk Instruments	Eugene Aksentiev, Moscow Radio Orchestra of Folk Instruments, I. Gulyaev	08:01
203	Variations for Zhaleika and Orchestra on the Russian Folk Theme "Kak U Dobrovo Molodtsa"	Vladimir Voronkov, Piatnitsky Orchestra of Folk Instruments, V. Khvatov	02:55
204	Dance Melody for Zhaleika and Orchestra of Folk Instruments	Vladimir Voronkov, Piatnitsky Orchestra of Folk Instruments, V. Khvatov	02:02
205	On Vacation (Dance)	Piatnitsky Orchestra of Folk Instruments, V. Khvatov	02:52