http://calabashmusic.com/New Music From Ljova on Calabash Music2009-01-08T03:54:54ZThe Calabash Music Teamsupport@calabashmusic.comVjola: World on Four Stringshttp://ljova.calabashmusic.com/#album_677422006-12-12T07:40:55ZMusic from Vjola: World on Four StringsThe long-awaited debut release of maverick composer, arranger, and violist Ljova (Lev Zhurbin) draws on a multitude of cross-cultural influences, and is performed almost exclusively on multi-tracked viola. In addition to a busy career as a performer and film composer, Ljova is a frequent collaborator with Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Project, the Kronos Quartet, Osvaldo Golijov, as well as many independent artists. From blues to Bjork, to Latin and Gypsy dances, to a nostalgic Russian street-waltz (featuring Michael Ward-Bergeman on accordion), Ljova transcends the boundaries of his instrument. Using inventive improvisation and arranging techniques, his compositions dazzle with intricate textures, odd rhythms and lilting melodies, creating music that is both fresh and timeless.]]>