Description
Kolinda: Hungarian Folk-Rock and Avant-Garde Fusion – Hexagone Label Import CD
Product Details
- UPC/EAN: 3229261936720
- Product Type: Audio CD
- Artist: Kolinda
- Title: KOLINDA
- Label: Hexagone
- Catalog Number: 193.672
- Distribution Code: DI 760
- Genre: World Music, Folk-Rock, Fusion, Progressive Folk
- Style: Hungarian Folk, Eastern European Folk, Avant-Garde
- SPARS Code: AAD
Overview
This self-titled album by Kolinda is a powerful document of the innovative Hungarian folk-fusion movement. Kolinda is celebrated for its unique blend of traditional Hungarian and Eastern European folk melodies with elements of rock, jazz, and avant-garde composition.
This release, distributed by Disc'Az on the Hexagone label, features a compelling tracklist that includes the substantial Kantata (12'53") and traditional dances such as Széki Tancrend. The cover art, depicting stylized folk-art inspired figures, reflects the band's deep connection to cultural roots combined with an experimental edge. This AAD-mastered CD is essential for collectors of progressive folk and world music who appreciate a respectful yet challenging approach to tradition.
Product Features
- Pioneering Folk Fusion: Features the influential Hungarian band Kolinda, known for pioneering the blend of traditional folk and contemporary music styles.
- Distinctive Packaging: The album cover features striking, symbolic artwork, likely inspired by Hungarian and Eastern European folk art and symbolism.
- AAD Mastering: An analog recording remastered for Compact Disc.
- Label and Distribution: Released on the Hexagone label with distribution by Disc'Az.
- Long Track Format: Includes the extended piece Kantata, clocking in at 12'53".
Interesting Facts
- The Name: "Kolinda" refers to a traditional Eastern European Christmas carol or seasonal folk ceremony, underscoring the band's dedication to deeply rooted folk traditions.
- Musical Style: Kolinda often drew material from regions like Transylvania (Gyimes and Szék), known for preserving ancient Hungarian folk music styles.
- Széki Tancrend: This track refers to the traditional dance order of the village of Szék in Transylvania, a key source for ethnomusicologists like Bartók and Kodály.
- International Recognition: Kolinda gained significant recognition in the 1970s and 80s, especially in France, which likely explains the Hexagone label and Disc'Az distribution.
Track Listing
- KANTATA (12'53")
- SZERELEM (1'33")
- DUDA NOTAK (2'20")
- MENYASSZONY (4'52")
- SOMOGYI UGROS (1'14")
- GYÖNGY VIRAG / KEREK A SZOLO (4'01")
- GYMESI DALOK ÉS TANCOK (2'26")
- PETER BARNA (1'53")
- SZÉKI TANCREND (7'25")
- RABENEK (7'05")
Publishers
- Label: Hexagone
- Distribution: Disc'Az
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