| Performer / Band Name |
Sierra Nevada Balalaika
Society
Nicolai Prisacar: Accordion
Natalie Sherrick: Prima Domra
Jim Buehler: Alto Domra
Judy Robey: Balalaika
Mike Sherrick: Balalaika
Priscilla Wu: Balalaika
Zeny Ocean: Balalaika and Kontra-Bass Balalaika
Tom Dose: Kontra-Bass Balalaika
Rich Bremenour: Accordion
Patty Vinakow: Clarinet
Dawn Hummel: Flute, Vocals
Steve Kelly: Guitar, Vocals |
| Music Style / Genre |
Traditional Russian / Eastern European Folk
Music |
| Original / Cover Material |
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| History of Performer / Band |
The Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society features
a Balalaika and Domra orchestra, as well as a dance
troupe to complement the orchestra. The Balalaika and
Domra are stringed folk instruments of Russian origin,
and are popular throughout Eastern Europe. The orchestra
has performed at numerous civic events, schools, public
concerts, and private occasions.
In 1994, the Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society organized
and hosted the first annual International Music Festival
held in Reno, as a part of that year's annual convention
of the Balalaika and Domra Association of America. Over
100 musicians were in attendance, from the United States,
Russia, the Ukraine, and other parts of the globe. A
number of internationally renowned guest artists also
participated in this week-long celebration. The festival
was one of Reno's most supported special events, and
was a great addition to Northern Nevada. |
| Contact |
Zeny Ocean
znocean@sbcglobal.net
775-746-1809
Jim Buehler
jhb00@sbcglobal.net
Sierra Nevada Balalaika Society
P.O. Box 50491
Reno, Nevada 89513 |
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