Description
VASMALOM III: Traditional Hungarian Folk Music with Contemporary Flair | Music CD
Product Information
- UPC: 5998272704076
- Product Type: Music CD
- Genre: Hungarian Folk Music/World Music
- Language: Hungarian
- Duration: Approximately 42 minutes
- Release Date: 2000
- Publisher: Periferic Records
- Distributor: Stereo Kft.
Overview
"VASMALOM III" presents a captivating blend of traditional Hungarian folk melodies infused with contemporary musical elements. This second album from the innovative ensemble Vasmalom (Iron Mill) features nine carefully crafted tracks that showcase the rich musical heritage of Hungary and the Carpathian Basin. From the spirited "Dudanota" (Bagpipe Song) to the emotional "Szerelem II" (Love II), this collection offers listeners an authentic yet modern interpretation of Central European folk traditions.
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD
- Track Count: 9 songs
- Total Duration: Approximately 42 minutes
- Musical Style: Hungarian folk music with contemporary arrangements
- Sound Engineering: High-quality recording at Budapest StadiVstudio
- Album Art: Original graphic design by Géza Barcsik/Solymár Stúdio (2000)
Interesting Facts
Vasmalom, whose name translates to "Iron Mill," is known for their innovative approach to Hungarian folk music. This second album in their series continues their exploration of traditional musical forms while incorporating modern sensibilities.
The album features instruments traditional to Hungarian folk music, including the cimbalom (hammered dulcimer), which is prominently showcased in track 7, "A Cimbalmos Moldvai" (The One from Moldva with the Cimbalom).
Several tracks reference specific regional folk traditions, such as "Erdélyies" (In Transylvanian Style), highlighting the diverse cultural influences within Hungarian music. The "Gergelytánc" (Gregory Dance) references a traditional Hungarian springtime folk custom performed on March 12, Saint Gregory's Day.
The production team behind this album includes renowned Hungarian sound engineers and music producers Csepregi Géza, Lázár Zsigmond, and Resthy Gábor, whose expertise has helped preserve the authentic sound while enhancing it with modern recording techniques.
Track Listing
- DUDANOTA II/BAGPIPE SONG (6:52)
- VERES AZ ÉG/THE SUN SETS RED (4:30)
- ERDÉLYIES/IN TRANSSYLVANIAN STYLE (4:13)
- PÁRIÁT VESZTETT..../LONELY BIRD (2:48)
- GERGELYTÁNC/GREGORY DANCE (4:29)
- PORONDOS VÍZ/ON THE BANK OF THE SANDY RIVER.... (8:03)
- A CIMBALMOS MOLDVAI/THE ONE FROM MOLDVA WITH THE CIMBALON (6:46)
- SZERELEM II./LOVE II (4:00)
- VIHARSAROKK/VIHARSAROCK (4:21)
Publishers
Published by Gergely Böszörményi Periferic Records. Distributed by Stereo Kft., H-Budapest, Bartók Béla 59. Tel./Fax: +361-385-6343, e-mail: StereoPeriferic@mail.datanet.hu
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