About The Book
A journey through sound, history, and cultural heritage - BALKAN MUSIC FROM THE DANUBE is an extraordinary collection of 29 instrumental pieces from the Black Sea to the source of the Danube.
This book delves into the rich musical traditions of the Eastern European and Balkan Danube regions, shaped by Ottoman influences. However, to capture the essence of a complete journey, it extends all the way to the river’s source in Donaueschingen, Germany.
More than just a collection, this book is an educational and inspirational resource for musicians—both amateur and professional—who wish to explore the alternative musical heritage of the Danube.
While you will find several waltzes, there is no Blue Danube here. Instead, you will discover unique and captivating pieces. Some will be familiar to enthusiasts of Balkan music, but many are rare gems that I uncovered during my travels, and I am truly proud to share them.
The book is available as a physical edition and as digital download. Each purchase includes MP3 audio tracks, bringing the music to life and enriching your experience.
Published by Clifton Edition
Sample Pages and Audio
Book-related Info & Video Tutorials
Events and Happenings
To celebrate the release of the book and bring its music to life with others, a series of special events will take place: concerts, jam sessions, online tutorials, in-person workshops, and more. Venues, schools, and universities: For a limited time, you have the unique opportunity to book us for a Danube-themed live performance, workshop, or lecture recital!
Outdoor Workshop and Balkan Jam
with Gundula and the Balkan Village Band!
Sun 27th July, 2pm
Finsbury Park & LIVE on YouTube!
Get ready for a lively, hopefully sun-soaked jam session in the park! Bring your instrument, learn a tune from the book, and jam along with us for an exciting summery event. Stick around afterwards for a friendly picnic with the band!
Too far to join us in person? No worries! We'll be streaming the jam live on YouTube (it's a first try, so your feedback is gold).
This is a free event, with donations gratefully accepted!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday 27th July 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM BST (Please check back for the precise spot in Finsbury Park closer to the date!)
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