Story Behind The Song
A musical portrait of the Russians living at Fort Ross (Sonoma Coast, CA) during the first half of the 19th century.
Song Description
Russian Gypsy style instrumental for virtuoso violin. Opens with a powerful declaration on the g-string. Body of song uptempo, with varying meters. This is broken by a pensive, mournful section; music then regains speed and acclerates to the exciting coda
| Song Length |
5:49 |
Genre |
World - General, World - European |
| Tempo |
Multiple Tempos |
Lead Vocal |
Instrumental |
| Mood |
In High Spirits, Poignant |
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