{"product_id":"stpl-515-090","title":"Red Army Ensemble (1965) Vinyl LP • Colonel Boris Alexandrov, Russian Folk Songs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/h3\u003e STPL-515-090\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eMusical Styles:\u003c\/h3\u003e 1960s, Brass, Chorale, Marching, Military Music, National Anthem\/Patriotic, Russian Music, Traditional Folk\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eSleeve Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Very Good (VG)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eRecord Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Excellent (EX)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eVinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing (front\/back); some discoloration on back. Inner-sleeve is poly-lined paper. Spine is mostly readable with wear and breaks and a small split near center. Minor shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier across bottom-edge and corners. Split from bottom right corner. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. Name written on one side of label. (Not a cut-out.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eTracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col style=\"margin-top: 0px ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eVolga Boat Song\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eTroika\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSong About Shchors\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDoubinouchka\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThey Are Valiant\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSeven Sons-In-Law\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSoviet National Anthem\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMeadowland\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSong Of The Prisoner\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe Sun Sets Behind The Mountain\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUnder The Oak Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eNightingale Song\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSing Soldier\u003c\/li\u003e\n \n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eAbout The Record:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eRed Army Ensemble\u003c\/span\u003e by Red Army Ensemble, conducted by Colonel Boris Alexandrov, is a vibrant collection of Russian folk songs and patriotic pieces performed by the renowned Alexandrov Ensemble, known in the West as the Red Army Choir, showcasing their powerful choral arrangements, dynamic soloists, and instrumental accompaniment that blend traditional Russian melodies with military precision. The album features timeless classics such as \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eSong of the Volga Boatmen\u003c\/span\u003e, a haunting work song highlighted by deep bass-baritone delivery, the lively \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eKalinka\u003c\/span\u003e as a perennial fan-favorite for its accelerating tempo and energetic spirit, the rhythmic \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eTroika\u003c\/span\u003e evoking horse-drawn sleigh rides, and \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eMeadowland\u003c\/span\u003e (also known as \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003ePolyushko-pole\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eSong of the Plains\u003c\/span\u003e), an iconic and historically resonant Soviet-era tune often considered emblematic of the ensemble's repertoire for its sweeping, heroic quality that gained wide popularity worldwide. Interesting aspects include the ensemble's role in cultural diplomacy during the Cold War, with performances that highlighted Soviet musical heritage and entertained international audiences through folk traditions and soldier-themed songs. The album captures the group's signature style of robust male chorus, balalaika solos, and occasional dance elements, reflecting their origins in entertaining troops and promoting national pride. \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eKalinka\u003c\/span\u003e stands out as one of the most beloved and frequently performed pieces by the ensemble, often eliciting enthusiastic responses from listeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Record Vision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794006798617,"sku":"STPL-515-090","price":12.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/6937\/8329\/files\/LP-red_army_ensemble-red_army_ensemble.jpg?v=1783555078","url":"https:\/\/record-vision.myshopify.com\/products\/stpl-515-090","provider":"Record Vision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}