In the accordion field, Russian
composing and performing schools had and still have tremendous
influence in the development of the accordion as a classical instrument
and on its repertoire. Today, the concert repertoire of many accordion
concert artists worldwide is unthinkable without original Russian
compositions and they are regularly used in schools and conservatories.
Because of their characteristically colorful melodies and rare
beauty, which has roots in traditional folklore, Russian music
is very popular among the artists as well as appealing to the
audience.
For this recording Dmitriev chose
a collection of "pure Russian" compositions. He performs them
with great technical freedom, deep understanding and feeling for
their background, sensing and performing the melodic and harmonic
turnovers which so very much decorate Russian music. "Wide Russian
Soul" is heard throughout his performance on this recording which
will bring you a lot of joy.
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