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Hristo Vitchev and Liubomir Krastev: Rhodopa
By Track review of "Lale Li Si, Zyumbiul Li Si (Are you a Tulip, Are you a Hyacinth)"Vitchev and clarinetist Liubomir Krastev, who share Bulgarian roots and a fondness for warmth, light and introspection, are well suited for one another. On "Lale Li Si, Zyumbiul Li Si (Are You A Tulip, Are You A Hyacinth)," they embark on a soul-cleansing journey that takes them from a peaceful, contented point of departure to a mournful atmosphere with an Eastern European influence. They spend the rest of the ten-and a-half minute performance straddling this sad-eyed place and a joyous section of musical terra firma that features a more playful Krastev.
If this teaser for Rhodopa is any indication, it would seem that Vitchev has found another kindred spirit who's capable of shading music with as much emotional depth as Iago. It's too bad that we'll all have to wait awhile to hear how the rest of Rhodopa plays out.
Personnel
Hristo Vitchev
guitarHristo Vitchev: guitar; Liubomir Krastev: clarinet.
Album information
Title: Rhodopa | Year Released: 2012 | Record Label: First Orbit Sounds
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