- Series: Guitar Atlas
- Paperback: 48 pages
- Publisher: Alfred Music; Pap/Com edition (October 20, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0739062808
- ISBN-13: 978-0739062807
Russia has a deep and rich cultural tradition of artists, writers,
musicians, and composers. The names ""Tchaikovsky,"" ""Mussorgsky,"" and
""Rachmaninoff"" may belong to the world, but these composers were
Russian through and through. Guitar Atlas: Russia explores this
country's remarkable musical heritage, covering everything from the
music of Russian villages to the sacred tones and melodies adapted from
ancient Byzantine modes, to give you a deeper understanding and
appreciation for a truly unique culture. Traditional Russian
instruments, like the balalaika, domra, and seven-string guitar, are
explained in detail, as well as the altered tunings and techniques
designed to emulate them. Since folk music is such an integral part of
Russian culture, this book explores familiar work songs, epic songs of
the Russian bards, and romances of the Russian gypsies. Learning these
songs will enrich your repertoire and give you insight into the music
that has inspired some of the greatest artists and musicians in history.
By the time you're done, you will have gained a fresh perspective into
one of the world's greatest musical traditions and see that passion is
at the heart of Russian music. The CD includes all the examples and
demonstrations featured in the book.
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