Album Notes

If you like music that combines the sound of beautiful classic folk instruments from the shores of the Adriatic or the plains of Slavonija with lively styles of Polka, Waltzes, Quadrangle or 7/8 dances from Macedonia, then this CD is definitely for you.
Crisp sounds of mandolin, resonant sound of accordion, subdued sound of flute are all dancing throughout the CD.
Most of the music is arranged in contemporary, upbeat, dance and party styles.
Total of 46 songs are compiled into 11 medleys and one individual song.
Just to experience the variety of styles and sounds click for example on track #1 on the left and hear how various Croatian Traditional songs sound in a lively Caribbean style and then click on track #7 and hear a Dalmatian medley in Quadrangle style.
Next go to track #6 and try to dance a 7/8 steps dance. It
wont be easy.
For classic Polka rhythm try track #9, or classic Waltz style, track #11.
I've been playing and arranging World and Croatian folk music for most of my life. For 45 years I played with many Croatian renowned artists, toured the Mediterranean sea on a cruise ship with my band and entertained hundred of thousands people of many nationalities in many Croatian, American and Canadian cities.
Since I retired in 2001 my dream was to release a CD that will be entertaining, upbeat and full of beautiful folk music from Croatia, Bosnia, Macedonia and North Italy.
Next I wanted this CD to be appealing to all, especially Western audiences who do not know much about Croatian folk music.
I hope I succeeded in producing a CD of the kind that make you want to dance whether you're Croatian or World dancer. Great music for any party, "festa", wedding or picnic.
At the end, thanks for your interest in these CDs and if you like the music I would appreciate a small review on the bottom of the page.