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Ghoulash Folk Song

Ghoulash Folk Song (1994-96) - unaccompanied cello

 



Programme Notes

I grew up in a good, hot-blooded Hungarian family where dinnertime wasn't just about food. Dinner conversations could easily transform themselves into heated arguments, desperate pleas, and sorrowful moments of sharing fears & doubts...and that's before dessert!

This song is very much influenced by the rich Hungarian folk music tradition, specifically the use of modes and driving rhythms especially on off-beats. The cello is an instrument that has such a diverse range in timbre & mood. I found these options helpful in trying to depict a variety of emotions all in one solo instrumental piece.

- Frank Horvat

LT#2


RECORDING INFO

Recording: Live Performance
Date: November 1994
Location: University of Toronto, Faculty of Music, Walter Hall

Musicians: Dong Sheng (cello)
Engineer: Frank Horvat



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