Variations on a Russian theme by Lev Gurilev

Olga Shishkina (chromatic gusli) and Alexander Kiskachi (flute) performing unknown Russian court music of the 18-19 centuries. Concert at Rumyantsev mansion, St. Petersburg . Chromatic gusli was a very popular instrument in Russian court environment in 1750s-1870s. Nowadays, however, the culture of chromatic gusli is completely forgotten. Olga Shishkina is the only musician who is reviving this unique beautiful instrument these days.