Song of the Volga Boatmen

Evening Music | May 6, 2010
“Song of the Volga Boatmen” was a big band hit in the 1940’s. But it’s actually a sea shanty inspired by Tsarist Russia. Tonight on Evening Music, we hear this classic composition, arranged by American composer Dudley Buck. Also, Ljova’s moody “Crosstown” and “Descarga Elizabeth” by David Demnitz.

Also Featured Tonight:

Carlos Guastavino / Tres cantos populares
Gaetano Donizetti / String Quartet No. 9 in D Minor
David Lang / World to Come
Isaac Albeniz / Recuerdos de viaje
Alberto Ginastera / String Quartet No. 1, Op. 20

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