Artist description The Gypsy Balalaikas were a trio of musicians, Alan Zemel on prima domra and prima balalaika, Judy Sherman on alto balalaika and vocals, and Steve Wolownik on contrabass balalaika. We played an eclectic blend of Eastern European musics that were strongly influenced by Russian emigre balalaika ensembles from New York and Philadelphia that performed in the 30's, 40's and 50's. We loved Russian Gypsy music and performed in the cabaret tradition.

Music Style Eastern European, Russian, Ukrainian, Yiddish, Gypsy, Yugoslav

Musical Influences Kazbek Orchestra, Cigani Ivanovici, Sasha Polinoff, Balalaika Russe, Penn Balalaika Orchestra, Odessa Balalaikas

Artist History The Gypsy Balalaikas was formed in 1980 in Philadelphia and performed until May, 2000 when our contrabass player and founding member, Steve Wolownik, passed away.

Group Members Alan Zemel Judy Sherman Steve Wolownik

Location Philadelphia, PA - USA

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