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. |
