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| 1.Bartók Album by: Muzsikas September 21, 1999 |
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| This appears to be the most recent CD from the leading Táncház ("dance house") musical ensemble, who kickstarted the Hungarian revival of folk music in later decades-- much as Bartók pioneered it earlier last century. Excellent liner notes by the group narrate the classical musician's determination to expose middle classes in Europe to folk traditions that the urban audiences had forgotten even existed. Like Zoltán Kodály within Hungary at the same time, Bartók went into the field, with primitive ... Read More: |
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| 2.Muzsikas (The Prisoner's Song) by: Muzsikas & Marta Sebestyen January 23, 2001 |
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| I can't believe this has been here since 2001 & there's only 1 review.
Marta Sebestyen is one of the greatest singers the human race has produced, & this features her with the excellent musicians of Muzsikas (not to forget the lovely, gritty voice of Peter Eri). If you have never tried Hungarian folk music or these artists in particular before, you will not be disappointed. Really. You can track me down & email me if you are. Sadly, there are no mp3 sample files for the ... Read More: |
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| 3.Morning Star by: Muzsikas and Marta Sebestyen September 09, 1997 |
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| This is Transylvanian (Erdelyi) music at it's BEST!!! Muzsikas *never* disappoints one and Marta Sebestyen has proven herself to be a "world-acclaimed" songstress: with a voice beyond comparison. I love the trills and half-step note variations which is the hallmark of Mezosegi violin playing ... most of this CD originates from this region. There is a slight off key note variation which becomes addictive ... the more you listen the more you love it. If traditional Hungarian folk music appeals to you - this CD is quite ... Read More: |
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| 4.Ketto: Hungarian Folk Music by: Muzsikas September 19, 1995 |
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| The music and singing was somewhat out of sync. The album is fair. The delivery and condition was excellent. |
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| 5.Blues for Transylvania by: Muzsikas July 01, 1991 |
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| If you buy this album you are in for a treat for your ears and your mind. A Hungarian friend of mine took me with her to hear Muzikas while I was in the Twin Cities last month and the group was on tour. The music was a revelation to me. I am half-Hungarian but had never heard Hungarian folk music before, except perhaps through classical music composers who adapted folk songs for their work. My friend has heard Muzsikas perform before many times, some of those ... Read More: |
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| 6.The Lost Jewish Music of Transylvania by: Muzsikas & Marta Sebestyen March 25, 2003 |
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| A Hungarian friend introduced me to the music of Marta Sebestyen and Muzsikas 10 years ago, but I only recently heard this album of Jewish music from Transylvania. Marta's beautiful vocals are featured on just two tracks--Szol a kakas mar and the Farewell to Shabbat song--but they're both stunning, and Muzsikas' playing is skillful and full of longing. The music contains elements that will be familiar to listeners of East European folk and klezmer music, but there are some tunings and melodies that sound both ancient and ... Read More: |
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| 7.The Lost Jewish Music of Transylvania by: Muzsikas & Marta Sebestyen May 02, 2005 |
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| A Hungarian friend introduced me to the music of Marta Sebestyen and Muzsikas 10 years ago, but I only recently heard this album of Jewish music from Transylvania. Marta's beautiful vocals are featured on just two tracks--Szol a kakas mar and the Farewell to Shabbat song--but they're both stunning, and Muzsikas' playing is skillful and full of longing. The music contains elements that will be familiar to listeners of East European folk and klezmer music, but there are some tunings and melodies that sound both ancient and ... Read More: |
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| 8.The Prisoner's Song by: Muzsikas July 01, 1991 |
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| I'll let the other reviewers speak for the great great record.
I'll only add that I have the complete lyrics in both English and Hungarian, as well for Blues For Transylvania (Osz Az Ido), and Marta Sebestyen/Muszikas (Dudoltam En) and I will send them to anyone who asks as an email attachment. I wouldn't want anyone else to go through what I did to get them. just ask, and you are very welcome. these are great records. |
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| 9.Nemugy Van Most Mint Volt Regen by: Muzsikas & Marta Sebestyen January 23, 2001 |
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| Those listeners used to Marta Sebestyen's fusion efforts, like the at times New-Age solo recording Kismet, or Muzsikas' recent reworkings of Bartok's folk melodies, may be surprised by this, which I believe is perhaps their second or third record, from at latest the early 80s. The earlier songs from the group featured more male vocals than Marta's primarily. This album showcases more of a folk-rock approach, reminiscent of Fairport Convention or Steeleye Span at times. After having heard all of the Hungarian ensemble's later work on ... Read More: |
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| 10.Living Hungarian Folk Music by: ELO Nepzene & Muzsikas March 12, 1999 |
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| I notice there are no reviews so I'll supply an idea of this record for muzsikas fans who are wondering if they should bother.
short version: if you are a muzsikas fan, or just interested in checking out traditional village music of Hungarian people, YES, get it without hesitation. Long version: Being a great band, no two muzsikas records are alike. there is no typical muzsikas record. They formed, as a trio, in 1973. This, their first full length recording, was recorded/released in 1978. They were still a trio, but ... Read More: |
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