Description
My Russian Homeland - Ivan Rebroff / LP Vinyl
LP 31732-1
Product Features:
- Record Label: Elisar Records
- Catalogue Number: LP 31732-1, MC 31732-2
- Released: Year 1973
- Format: Stereo LP, Cassette
Overview:
"My Russian Homeland" is a remarkable LP that brings together the depth of Ivan Rebroff's renowned bass voice with the richness of Russian folklore. In collaboration with the prestigious Herbert Rehbein, who arranged the music for strings, the album offers a fascinating blend of traditional Russian melodies and modern arrangements. The 70-piece orchestra amplifies Rebroff’s distinctive voice, creating a sonic experience like no other. Featuring works from both classic Russian folk songs and contemporary Soviet-era compositions, this album includes highlights like “Otschi Tschorny,” “Poljuschko-Polje,” and “Grustj-Toska.”
Two tracks also feature Rebroff’s beloved Balalaika Ensemble, Marc de Loutchek, whose sound has been expanded by four additional soloists, providing a full-bodied, rich sound that adds another layer of authenticity to the performance.
With this album, Rebroff continues the legacy of legendary Russian bass singers such as Feodor Shaliapin, blending the past and present into a captivating musical journey.
Track Listing:
Side 1:
- Otschi Tschorny (Arr. Herbert Rehbein-Ivan Rebroff)
- Poljuschko-Polje (Arr. Herbert Rehbein-Victor Gusinje)
- Wdol Po Piterskoj (Arr. Herbert Rehbein)
- Shto Nam Gorje (Avant Rebroff)
- Grustj-Toska (Ruta Dasan-Petro)
- Tjomnaja Notsch (Nista Bogosalow-Alexander Perrow-Agatow)
Side 2:
- Poshalej Ty Menja (Arr. Herbert Rehbein-Ivan Rebroff)
- Tschorny Woron (Arr. Herbert Rehbein-Ivan Rebroff)
- Stepj Da Stepj Krugom (Arr. Audi Dauer-Ivan Rebroff)
- Tschubtschik (Arr. Ivan Rebroff)
- Ech, Dorogi (Anatol Nowkow-Lew Oscharnin)
- Ty, Sarja Moja, Sarja (Arr. Herbert Rehbein-Ivan Rebroff)
Key Credits:
- Artist: Ivan Rebroff
- Orchestra: The Augmented Frankfurt Light Orchestra
- Conductor and Arranger: Herbert Rehbein
- Balalaika Ensemble: Marc de Loutchek
- Producer: Fred Weyrich
- Label: Elisar Records
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