Nice words keep coming!

I am deeply honored and thrilled to share this wonderful, detailed review of With Apfelstrudel & Turkish Coffee from Alex Knapp, Research Associate in the Music Department at SOAS, University of London!

Read his complete thoughts on our musical journey along the Danube below:

"This highly colourful EP, comprising eight contrasting tracks, and lasting a little under half-an-hour, has been brought to us by the acclaimed Magic Violin Trio: violin, cello and guitar, who also double as vocalists on this recording. The entire range of moods – from the most poignant meditations to the most joyful and energetic outpourings – are presented with great expression and sensitivity. Some tracks are more western in terms of major and minor tonalities, whereas others utilize the melodic structures of traditional Hungarian, Romanian, Roma and Turkish modalities (e.g. Hijaz and “Ukrainian Dorian”). Typical melodic features are the imaginative improvisation, vivid ornamentation, and compelling virtuosity.

Rhythmical patterns are sometimes simple, elsewhere complex and challenging to the western ear - always vital and vibrant. The clarity of the recording enables the listener to enjoy the richness and purity of sound created by this accomplished ensemble."

If you'd like to dive into the music, explore our digital companion booklet, or grab your copy of the EP, pop over to the website here.

We hope you enjoy every moment of it 🥰💚🙌