About Vladimir Fridman
There is nothing ordinary about Vladimir Fridman and his music. He was born and raised in Moscow, Russia,
with music a major part of his life. In Moscow Vladimir received his education in music and engineering. Despite the promising career as a civil engineer,
Vladimir decided to pursue his real passion – guitar.
Pretty soon he was well known by Moscow Theater and music buffs. He was active in some of the best Moscow theaters and in
a Philharmonic, and appeared on Russian TV. As an active member of the eccentric show group Jazz
Balalaika Vladimir toured Europe, the Middle East and Japan and released four albums,
Under the burning sky of Argentina- tangos of Astor Piazzolla;
In the mood- Favorite Classic, Jazz and Popular Russian Music; Liber Tango, Jazz for kids and their parents.
Audiences in many countries enjoyed his scintillating concert performances (as soloist, accompanist, and in ensemble).
Since his arrival to the United States in 1998, Vladimir became widely known in the musical community of the Greater Washington area.
He frequently performs solo and with leading musicians and as member of two wonderful bands
Gypsy Strings and TransAtlantic Duo.
The album Ole Guapa released with
Gypsy Strings, won the WAMMIES Award , in 2001. His other exciting recordings include TransAtlantic Dreams
with TransAtlantic Duo and solo album Russian Romances among others. On his new innovative solo album Klezmer Reflections, Vladimir blended together well-known instrumental Klezmer melodies, jewish traditional songs and his original compositions.
Vladimir is a gifted composer. Some of his original compositions are among the recordings you can hear on this web site.
Vladimir runs a very successful Guitar Studio. Many of his students received
awards at the Maryland State Guitar Competition and at the Montgomery County Music Teachers Associations (MCMTA) Judged Recitals.
Klezmer Reflections (from new CD) listen more tunes on Records...
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Yoshke Fort Avek (Jewish traditional) with Zoltan Racz - 524K |
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Tumbalalayka (Jewish traditional) - 540K |
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Mizirlou (Jewish traditional) with T.Roy - 461K |
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Chiribim (Jewish traditional) - 338K |
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Hava Nagila (Jewish traditional) - 495K |
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Unreal Run (V.Fridman) - 437K |
Vladimir Fridman live perfomances at
Millenium Stage in the Kennedy Center:
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December 28, 2008 - The solo performanse of Vladimir Fridman (guitar and vocals).
Vladimir explores a repertoire for guitar that would otherwise rarely come to life in a Klezmer context.
In his gifted hands, the guitar raises to the utmost heights of expressing the soul of Jewish music with all its pains and joys. |
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May 1, 2007 - The TransAtlantic Duo. Made up of Vladimir Fridman (guitar and vocals) and Alexander Paperny (balalaika).
The TransAtlantic Duo duo seamlessly blends diverse music styles, including Bach, klezmer, jazz, and traditional Russian music. |
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the Gypsy Strings band... |
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In the Kol Haruach Klezmer band.... |
YouTube Collection: Unreal Run (V.Fridman), Waltz (V.Fridman) live concert
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Vladimir's expansive repertoire includes wide variety
of music from elegant classical music and jazz to national
traditional music, creating an atmosphere of elegance
for your ceremony or event. Vladimir is highly experienced;
he will help you to create the best weddings, Bar and
Bat Mitzvahs, anniversary parties and special events,
and will work with you to make your event exceptional.
He will provide you with the personal attention you
deserve to make your celebration spectacular.
Vladimir also plays with the best musicians in area
including violinists, accordionists and guitarists.
He works in different bands (Gypsy Strings, TransAtlantic Duo).
Vladimir can provide the musical backdrop to a stylish
event or a dance party by himself or with the band.
The choice is yours. You will thoroughly enjoy Vladimir's
musical selections and presentation.
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