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GYPSY GUITAR S3iEREO: MFS 479

Side One

1. SERBIAN MEDLEY (4:30)

Tamo Daleko (There Far Away by the Sea), a nostalgic melody from the 1st World War in three-quarter time, begins this medley. Followed by a very happy fast song, Kad Sam Bio Mladi Lovac Ja (When I was a Young Hunter). We then hear two lively dances-Dana's Dance and Mickey's Dance-which are dedicated to Mir­ko's daughters.

./2. RUSSIAN MEDLEY (3:10)

Moscow Nights, the hit song from Russia opens this exciting medley. It is followed by With My Last Five Rubles and concludes with the lively Jolly Merchant.

J / 3. HUNGARIAN MEDLEY (4:55)

Beginning with an introduction by Mirko, this medley goes into a Hungarian love song, Red and Yellow Roses. Then comes an old classic czardas, finishing with a fast dance called a Friska.

,,4. GREEK MEDLEY (6:30)

The first song is the very famous Never On Sunday. It is followed by an equally known Greek love song, Misirlou, which is oriental in flavor. And the last piece is Hassapico (Butch­er's Dance), a fast dance composed by Mirko.

Side Two

1. RUMANIAN FANTASY (3:40)

This is one of the typical gypsy moods with slow and fast parts, like a do ina.

("'2. GYPSY LULLABY (2:07)

Known also as Grandfather's Music Box, this is Mirko's own composition.

_ 3. WHEN A GYPSY MAKES HIS VIOLIN CRY (2:57)

A famous melody by Emery Deutsch, the re­nowned violinist and composer. Recorded for the first time on the guitar in Mirko's own in­terpretation.

~ 4. RUMANIAN HORA: "Mirko's Dance" (1 :40)

A popular gypsy dance of Rumanian and Ser­bian origin. Completely rearranged by Mirko.

1,./5. DARK EYES (3:30)

One of the most popular Russian songs in a beautiful interpretation by the artist.

..-6. BRIGHT SHINES THE MOON (1 :33)

A type of Troika, which is a happy and lively song, known in Russian as Svetit Mesyats.

Monitor presents

The Fiery Moods of M IRK 0 rn IRKO - the internationally known guitarist - has now recorded an album - to the delight of his many friends and fans. Now all music-lovers and guitar-enthusiasts can spend many happy hours listening to MIRKO'S

FIERY MOODS. The gypsy-flavored selections include such favorites as: Dark Eyes, Never on Sunday, and Moscow Nights to name a few. Two moving pieces - Gypsy Lullaby and Has­sapico - are Mirko's own compositions. The

\ typical music of Greece, Serbia, Russia, Hun­gary and Rumania is represented in this album.

Naturally, one doesn't have to be European to enjoy this record. All one needs is a love for music, some gypsy in his soul, and a song in

his heart. And Mirko and his electrifying guitar will do the rest.

As a student at the University of Belgrade, Mirko toured throughout Europe playing the banjo in the college band. While in Spain, Mir­ko's interest and inevitably his love turned to

the guitar. Possessed with a great determination to master the guitar, he diligently practiced for hours each day. He soon received an offer to play on the radio, and he immediately accepted, after which his career as a professional guitarist flourished with engagement after engagement.

During the New York World's Fair of 1939, Mirko was the principal musician at the Yugo­slav pavilion. At this time he was one of the first entertainers to appear on television, then in its infancy. While in America he toured the States with other Yugoslav performers. Return­ing to the East coast, he decided to stay and

settle in New York City, where he met and mar­ried his wife, Anne .

As the years passed, he played at the smart­est supper clubs such as Ted Stone's Penthouse Club, La Vie Parisienne, and Ruban Bleu; he appeared in the finest hotels: Waldorf-Astoria, Pierre, and St. Moritz; and he toured in popular shows: "Catherine Was Great" with Mae West,

and with Eddie Albert and Margo and many others. In 1965 Mirko was elected a Fellow of the Society of the Classic Guitar by acclamation.

After traveling, touring and appearing in these clubs, hotels, and shows, Mirko and his wife decided to open their very own club -Mirko' 5 - located at 408 East 64th Street in

New York. This quaint hide-away, continental in flavor, caters to all nationalities and is a fa­vorite haven for the social set and the artistic­ally inclined. At Mirko' 5 one can hear the amazing Mirko in person six days but - Never on Sunday. However, for those unable to visit Mirko's in New York, or for those who wish to hear Mirko whenever in the mood, this unique album will enable Mirko and his magic guitar to entertain you personally in your home. HAPPY LISTENING!

Musical arrangements by GLEB YELLIN

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