Hristo Vitchev and Liubomir Krastev – Rhodopa (First Orbit Sounds Music, 2013)
Rhodopa is a truly exquisite and charming album from Bulgarian musicians Hristo Vitchev and Liubomir Krastev. Although Hristo Vitchev lives in the United States and is better known as virtuoso jazz musician, on this album he and his country mate focus on Bulgarian rooted music.
Hristo Vitchev’s guitar work is superb, whether it is playing melodies, improvising or performing rhythm guitar. Liubomir Krastev is a master of the clarinet and delivers mesmerizing evocative melodies with a strong Bulgarian essence.
The lineup includes Hristo Vitchev on guitar and piano; and Liubomir Krastev on clarinet.
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.