Iglika by Vladimir Karparov

The album "Iglika" is dedicated to my daughter Iglika, which is also the title of one of the nine compositions on the album. The music in this album follows my already established artistic signature, namely the combination of the modern jazz language with Bulgarian folk music, especially its characteristic ornamentation and odd rhythms. Each composition in the album has its own story and is distinguished by a characteristic melody, which turns the album into a musical fairy tale. That's why I recommend listeners to listen to the album from start to finish. The first composition is called „Merak“, which means strong desire for something, a passion. The second one - „Kamelino Horo“ is dedicated to Kamelia - my muse. The third composition „Iglika“ is dedicated to our daughter Iglika. The fourth one- „Zappelige Füße“ is dedicated to all children, to their incredible and pure energy and ability to change the world. The fifth one- „tegeidu dap gdeadu“ is dedicated to the Song and to free time (which is still not enough). „Sylvester CueCheck“ is dedicated to New Year's Eve and new beginnings. „The Drama of a Greek Drummer“ is dedicated to my good friend and best musical partner Dimitris Christides. „Refugee“ is dedicated to all people around the world fleeing aggression, violence and poverty and looking for a new home. „Berlinsko Horo“ is dedicated to Berlin, the city with an incredible number of faces and cultures that I wish one day will be able to join harmoniously the Horo (circle dance).
The amazing musicians involved in the album who made this music come to life are Daniel Stawinski (piano), Igor Spallati (double bass), Dimitris Christides (drums). The recordings were made in 2021 at Tune In Studio Berlin, and the wonderful sound was done by Peer Triebler. The beautiful album design is by César Pimentel and Valentin Vulkov, and the illustrations are by Iglika!

The music of Vladimir Karparov is both unique and expressive; it’s marked by an uncommonly successful fusion between contemporary jazz and the rhythmical and melodic color of Bulgaria’s lively folk music.

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