Ghoulash Folk Song for Unaccompanied Cello by Frank Horvat (3 min)
Recording Information
Live Demo
Musician: Dong Sheng
Producer/Engineer: Frank Horvat
Programme Notes...
I grew up in a good, hot-blooded Hungarian family where dinnertime wasn't just
about food. Dinner conversations could easily transform themselves
into heated arguments, desperate pleas, and sorrowful moments
of sharing fears & doubts...and that's before dessert!
This song is very much influenced by the rich Hungarian folk
music tradition, specifically the use of modes and driving rhythms
especially on off-beats. The cello is an instrument that has
such a diverse range in timbre & mood. I found these options
helpful in trying to depict a variety of emotions all in one
solo instrumental piece.
