Kalman Balogh and the Gypsy Cimbalom Band
Calvary Center
Philadelphia, PA
Kalman Balogh is one of the greatest living masters of the cimbalom, a 36-stringed Central European hammered dulcimer that possesses piano-like percussive abilities to drive a band rhythmically or take the melodic lead or, in expert hands, to do both simultaneously. Balogh is both the descendant of a famous family of Hungarian Gypsy musicians and a graduate of the Franz Liszt University of Music in Budapest and his virtuosity is matched only by his understanding of and respect for his heritage. In the tradition of masters like guitarist Django Reinhardt and violinist Stephane Grappelli, he dynamically merges music from the old and new worlds, connecting the ancient folk music traditions of Central and Eastern Europe with the chord progressions and swing of jazz. Melodies which have been polished in European villages for centuries are interpreted with great respect and understanding. The cimbalom becomes a new and compelling voice centering a band that also includes acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, trumpet, and violins. Similarities in jazz and traditional folk music, such as improvisation and a kaleidoscope of emotional expressions, are immediately evident.
Note: We are a not-for-profit organization and want as many people as possible to be able to come. If you're unable to come otherwise, please pay the discount price and, if you can afford it, please consider paying the supporter price so we can continue this policy. Thanks!
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| Start: | Thursday Nov 01, 2007 7:30 PM | | End: | Thursday Nov 01, 2007 10:00 PM |
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Calvary Center
48th Street and Baltimore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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