Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Balkan and Middle Eastern musical traditions with Jordi Savall's "Balkan - Honey and Blood." Released on December 16, 2013, under the Alia Vox label, this expansive album spans a staggering 3 hours and 44 minutes, offering a profound exploration of medieval and classical genres.
Jordi Savall, a renowned figure in the world of early music, curates a collection that is as diverse as it is captivating. The album features a blend of traditional folk melodies, sacred chants, and improvisational pieces, each track meticulously selected to showcase the cultural and historical richness of the regions it represents. From the hauntingly beautiful "Alef mem shin" to the lively "Egy veleg," Savall's ensemble masterfully navigates through a variety of styles and moods.
The tracklist is a geographical and temporal journey, encompassing music from countries like Turkey, Greece, Bulgaria, Serbia, and many more. Each piece tells a story, whether it's the poignant "Plainte de l’Exil" with its Duduk improvisation or the lively "Vrcavo Kolo" from Serbia. Savall's expertise shines through in his ability to seamlessly weave together these diverse musical threads, creating a cohesive and deeply resonant experience.
"Balkan - Honey and Blood" is not just an album; it's a testament to Jordi Savall's dedication to preserving and celebrating the musical heritage of the Balkans and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a curious newcomer, this album offers a treasure trove of sounds that are sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Tzigan nota (Improvisation au style Tsigane)Gyula Csík, Janos Dani, Vilmos Csikos
Alef mem shin (Texte hébraïque Occitanie IXème siècle) - Musique: Vido venir tus cavalleros (Traduction sépharade turc)Montserrat Figueras, Driss El Maloumi, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Jordi Savall
Marche Ottomane (Manuscrit Cantemir 209)Derya Türkan, Yurdal Tokcan, Murat Salim Tokac, Hakan Gungor, Fahrettin Yarkın, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Dimitri Psonis, Driss El Maloumi, Pedro Estevan, Jordi Savall
Doãna Olteniasca (Instr. Tsigane Roumanie)Tcha Limberger, Janos Dani, Gyula Csík, Vilmos Csikos
Segélj el uram isten (Chanson de Mariage) [Chant Tsigane Hongrie]Ági Szalóki, Hakan Gungor, Yurdal Tokcan, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Peyo Peev, Valeri Dimchev, Pedro Estevan
Selfo (Improvisation à la Clarinette) [Albanie et Grèce]Stavros Kouskouridas, Moslem Rahal, Hakan Gungor, Yurdal Tokcan, Fahrettin Yarkın
Godini ludi mladi (Macédoine)Stoimenka Outchikova-Nedyalkova, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Peyo Peev, Valeri Dimchev, Yurdal Tokcan, Hakan Gungor, Janos Dani, Vilmos Csikos, Pedro Estevan
Apo xeno meros (Grèce)Irini Derebei, Jordi Savall, Dimitri Psonis, Zacharias Spyridakis, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Yurdal Tokcan, Hakan Gungor, Fahrettin Yarkın, Pedro Estevan
Üsküdar (Turquie)Gursoy Dinçer, Jordi Savall, Dimitri Psonis, Zacharias Spyridakis, N. Nekyalkov, Yurdal Tokcan, Hakan Gungor, Fahrettin Yarkın, Pedro Estevan
Ruse Kose (Serbie centrale)Ági Szalóki, Bora Dugic, Slobodan Prodanović, Marko Lazović, Slobodan Marković, Mihailo Blam, Milan Nešović, Nedyalko Nedyalkov, Pedro Estevan
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