GD 328 PLETENITSA. PEYO PEEV â€“ gadulka

Issued: 2008
Style: Folk Music, Bulgarian composers
Company: Gega New GD 328

For centuries the gadulka has been among the most favourite instruments in Bulgaria. While in the past it was used only in some folk regions, today it is widely popular throughout the country. Since the middle of the 20th century, it has been invariably included in the folk music orchestras in all regions of Bulgaria.
Peyo Peeev is among the most renowned young gadulka players. Born and brought up in the heart of Trakia (Southern Bulgaria), the musician’s first interest in music was connected with the children’s ensemble Zagorche, then he studied at the Philip Koutev Secondary School of Music in the town of Kotel (1989-1994) and the Academy of Music, Dance and Fine Arts in Plovdiv (1994-1998). His professional career began in the Philip Koutev State Ensemble of Folk Songs and Dances. After that he participated in the world-famous dance show Riverdance (1999-2000) and since 2000 he has been soloist in the Bulgarian National Radio Folk Music Orchestra.

Contents:
1. Pashovo horo              4’59’’
2. Malka impresia            4’28’’
3. Po graovski                 5’22’’
4. Veliko mome               3’57’’
5. Darakchiiska ruchenitsa         4’02’’
6. Kato ot Bech              3’51’’
7. Ne znam                    4’23’’
8. Sulza                         3’28’’
9. Razluka                      4’50’’
10. Pletenitsa                  5’16’’

Total: 44’42’’