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In reissuing these rarities in Romanian Gypsy music, Asphalt Tango celebrates some influential but little-heard musicians. Violinist Ion Petre Stoican recorded one LP in his life and this is it, remastered. It was a protracted project, recorded between 1966 and 1977. His fourteen-member taraf is large for its time, yet the sound here is not as orchestral as the numbers might suggest. Individual instruments are brought to forefront reflecting Stoican's democratic music philosophy. One of the most fun tracks is "Hora de la Oltenita," a swingy Gypsy jazz number with snazzy accordion, trumpet, and violin solos. Cimbalom player Tony Iordache contributes some glittering solos throughout. Stoican was not known as one of the most technically dazzling violinists, but he made up for this with his rhythmic drive and willingness to experiment. His gritty assertiveness and rustic aplomb set him apart from more virtuosic musicians. 05/01/06 >> go there
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