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Music : East Meets East
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Rating: 
- Sinuous silk to divine desperation.
Although not having any classical music training, nor the ability to write a critical analysis, all I can say is that from the opening notes to the closing chord I was absolutely captivated.
It's a hypnotic collection of pieces which simply draw you into following their every turn, step, phrase and passage. The melodies are haunting and indeed sinuous, sensual, emotive...you really can't avoid flowing with them.
The technical aspects mean nothing to me other than I have a deep appreciation for the work and energy of Kennedy as well his phenomenal ability to make me want hear again and again whatever he does - be it jazz, Hendrix and now this.
I agree with the others - it's a must have, but not a shelf filler. This shows up in my top 3 on my MP3 player time after time...or maybe that should be 'Time 4 Time'!
If you are a dance enthusiast, I challenge you to buy this and NOT move in free expression to it!
Wonderful !!
Rating:
- How did the polish fall under such a heavy Balkan influence is beyond me...
The CD contains a weird mix of melodies. While some are Polish, most are quite clearly of Balkan origin. On top of that even the Polish ones have a considerable deal of Balkan spice added to them (most other reviewers mistake it for gypsy influence).
Ajde Jano is distinctly serbian. Yovano mome Yovanke (under the name of Yovano, Yovanke) is a rendition of one of the most popular Bulgarian folk songs (it is on nearly every Bulgarian folk CD). Dafino, Vino, Time 4 Time and Kukush quite obviously trace their roots to that part of the world as well. In fact it is nearly impossible to mistake them because they are layed out to Balkan style rhythms (7/8 or 8/8) which are not used anywhere else in Europe (including Poland).
It is a very interesting CD. Very good rendition of Balkan (and some Polish) folk. If you are expecting Polish folk in Nigel Kennedy rendition prepare for a surprise.
Rating: - Wonderful!
I just wish to second what others have said before me: (1) this record demands a number of listenings. I am not a huge classical violin fan (I admit I cannot even remember why I purchased this disk) and this CD sat on my shelf for years. Once in a while, I'd listen to Ajde Jano, which I liked quite a bit and that was it (BTW, not only is this disk a departure for Kennedy, but Atlas shines on this track in a way lacking in her solo work). But over time, I have come to have such a tremendous respect for this disk--once I listened to it enough to really get into the spirit of it. It is incredible!
(2) That said, this is not really a classical violin disk, per se. As another reviewer noted, Kennedy complements Karoke but does not impose himself at all--what great modesty and restraint for a player of Kennedy's renown! Bottom like, this is an awesome E. European folk disk accompanied by some of the most inspired and flawless violen playing that I have (in my admittedly limited experience) ever heard.
This is just a wonderful, fun and eclectic disk that has much to offer music lovers of a number of different persuasions. (I must admit that Ajde Jano is still my favorite track.)
Rating: - Nigel Kennedy, fluent in music, learns new dialect!
I was introduced to this work by a cousin of respected taste. It is addictive! I was immediately reminded of the collaboration between Yehudi Menuin and Ravi Shankar, the results of which I first heard as a teenager 30+ years ago, (see East Meets West, available from Amazon).
Music is a universal language with each civilisation adding dialect. Nigel Kennedy has once again proved his versatility by adding another dialect to his knowledge of the language. Whatever the origins of the pieces, over which there is some contention, he has complemented the Kroke Band in order to produce a unique interpretation. You must hear this at least twice!
Rating: - Open your Mind!
Listen to some life enhancing music. Forget Mr Kennedy's image, this music comes from the soul.
- Sinuous silk to divine desperation.Although not having any classical music training, nor the ability to write a critical analysis, all I can say is that from the opening notes to the closing chord I was absolutely captivated.
It's a hypnotic collection of pieces which simply draw you into following their every turn, step, phrase and passage. The melodies are haunting and indeed sinuous, sensual, emotive...you really can't avoid flowing with them.
The technical aspects mean nothing to me other than I have a deep appreciation for the work and energy of Kennedy as well his phenomenal ability to make me want hear again and again whatever he does - be it jazz, Hendrix and now this.
I agree with the others - it's a must have, but not a shelf filler. This shows up in my top 3 on my MP3 player time after time...or maybe that should be 'Time 4 Time'!
If you are a dance enthusiast, I challenge you to buy this and NOT move in free expression to it!
Wonderful !!
Rating:
- How did the polish fall under such a heavy Balkan influence is beyond me...The CD contains a weird mix of melodies. While some are Polish, most are quite clearly of Balkan origin. On top of that even the Polish ones have a considerable deal of Balkan spice added to them (most other reviewers mistake it for gypsy influence).
Ajde Jano is distinctly serbian. Yovano mome Yovanke (under the name of Yovano, Yovanke) is a rendition of one of the most popular Bulgarian folk songs (it is on nearly every Bulgarian folk CD). Dafino, Vino, Time 4 Time and Kukush quite obviously trace their roots to that part of the world as well. In fact it is nearly impossible to mistake them because they are layed out to Balkan style rhythms (7/8 or 8/8) which are not used anywhere else in Europe (including Poland).
It is a very interesting CD. Very good rendition of Balkan (and some Polish) folk. If you are expecting Polish folk in Nigel Kennedy rendition prepare for a surprise.
Rating:
- Wonderful!I just wish to second what others have said before me: (1) this record demands a number of listenings. I am not a huge classical violin fan (I admit I cannot even remember why I purchased this disk) and this CD sat on my shelf for years. Once in a while, I'd listen to Ajde Jano, which I liked quite a bit and that was it (BTW, not only is this disk a departure for Kennedy, but Atlas shines on this track in a way lacking in her solo work). But over time, I have come to have such a tremendous respect for this disk--once I listened to it enough to really get into the spirit of it. It is incredible!
(2) That said, this is not really a classical violin disk, per se. As another reviewer noted, Kennedy complements Karoke but does not impose himself at all--what great modesty and restraint for a player of Kennedy's renown! Bottom like, this is an awesome E. European folk disk accompanied by some of the most inspired and flawless violen playing that I have (in my admittedly limited experience) ever heard.
This is just a wonderful, fun and eclectic disk that has much to offer music lovers of a number of different persuasions. (I must admit that Ajde Jano is still my favorite track.)
Rating:
- Nigel Kennedy, fluent in music, learns new dialect!I was introduced to this work by a cousin of respected taste. It is addictive! I was immediately reminded of the collaboration between Yehudi Menuin and Ravi Shankar, the results of which I first heard as a teenager 30+ years ago, (see East Meets West, available from Amazon).
Music is a universal language with each civilisation adding dialect. Nigel Kennedy has once again proved his versatility by adding another dialect to his knowledge of the language. Whatever the origins of the pieces, over which there is some contention, he has complemented the Kroke Band in order to produce a unique interpretation. You must hear this at least twice!
Rating:
- Open your Mind!Listen to some life enhancing music. Forget Mr Kennedy's image, this music comes from the soul.
