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