Macedonian Folk Songs for Voice and Tambura
Volume 2

This 150-page book, by David Bilides and Rachel MacFarlane contains 35 Macedonian folk songs and features 2 CDs containing all the songs. The 92 minutes of music were recorded from the original records, or from cassettes, and digitally re-mastered. I've chosen 3 song samples to give you a preview.

The book is laid out in a landscape format and bound with a high-quality spiral binding and a sturdy laminated cover to make it easy to use in all situations. Readers of both volumes have had many positive comments.

You can purchase this book as part of a discounted set with Macedonian Folk Songs for Voice and Tambura Volume 1. See the order page for detalis.

Part of the proceeds of the sale of this book will go to Search for Common Ground in Macedonia.

Also Included

• lyrics to all the songs in Cyrillic, Latin transliteration, and English translation
• notation of all vocals, including ornaments
• tambura interludes in tablature
• an interview with Boris “Kete” Ilievski, internationally known teacher of Macedonian folk dances
• an article on Macedonian tambura playing techniques by Mark Samuels
• notes on the songs
• map of the region
• pronunciation guide
• glossary
• resources, including: organizations; radio programs; web sites; and more

Song Samples

Here are 3 song samples from Volume 1, each an .mp3 about 30 seconds long.

Ǵurǵovo Leto, Proleto
Moma Odi Za Voda
Sadila Jana

To order this book, please go to the order page.

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