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Atlanta Balalaika Society

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Beginning in 1981 as a small group of balalaika aficionados, the Atlanta Balalaika Society is one of the most highly-regarded orchestras of Russian folk instruments outside of Russia, and is the primary promoter of Russian folk culture in the Southeast. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2006 at Spivey Hall. The orchestra is known for presenting world-class artists such as domra virtuoso Alexander Tsygankov and bayanist Vyacheslav Semyonov, as well as top vocalists and dance ensembles. The Atlanta Balal...

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - Links

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Following are some links to other web sites that share the interests of the Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society. While we attempt to keep the list current, we have no control over the content and addresses of the sites. The American Balalaika Symphony. Barynya - Internationally acclaimed Russian folk dance and music ensemble. Luther College Balalaika Ensemble. The Nevada Museum of Art: E. L. Wiegand Gallery. The Reno Summer Arts Festival. The University of Arizona Balalaika Orchestra.

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - Members

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For a printable contribution form. Members may also make important contributions through their involvement in other functions of the Society, including publicity, management, and community outreach. If you are a musician with some prior experience in stringed, wind or percussion instruments, you may wish to consider joining the Society's orchestra. Prior experience on Eastern European instruments,. While helpful, is not required. 'Loaner' instruments are often available. Zeny N. Ocean,. Gordon W. Cole.

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Upcoming Appearances in Reno, NV. We perform the last Sunday of each month from 11 - 1 pm at Rounds Bakery at 294 E. Moana Lane. Above picture from October Jubilee Concert in 2007. The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Orchestra. Has been performing at civic events, schools, public concerts and private gatherings in the Reno area for over 20 years. We've been performing at Rounds Bakery since January 2015. For a sample of our music, click here,.

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - About Us

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Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society. Music profoundly affects the life of everyone, and the presence of fine live musical performances can be one of a city's treasures. Since its founding by Dr. Zeny Ocean in 1992, the Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society has provided quality music to the Reno area, and thus has become one of the region's richest cultural resources. The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society features a Balalaika and Domra orchestra. As well as a dance troupe to complement the orchestra. The. When fundin...

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - Links

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Here are links to sites that are related in one way or another to the Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society:. The American Balalaika Symphony. Balka Russian Balalaika Ensemble. Luther College Balalaika Ensemble. Best Grass for Shade.

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - Instruments

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It was Vasili V. Andreyev (who in 1868 also developed the best pressure cooker. To date) who developed the original crude instruments into multiple voices and the concert quality instruments of the modern balalaika orchestra. A typical orchestra includes the instruments illustrated below. In addition to the balalaikas and domras, there may be brasses, woodwinds, strings, and a large group of percussion instruments. A) Contrabass, (B) Bass, (C) Alto, (D) Secunda, (E) Prima, (F) Piccolo.

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The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society - Musicians

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Zeny N. Ocean. President, Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society. Prima Balalaika, Kontrabass Balalaika. Dr Zeny Ocean is the founder of the Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society, and a past president of the Balalaika and Domra Association of America. He has performed with various balalaika orchestras in the USA and in Russia, as well as at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. An avid mushroom hunter and the father of four children, Dr. Ocean also plays domra, piano, guitar, accordion, and saxophone. Judy Robey is a Russ...