Aka's Kolo played by AlmaNova World Music Collective

Original tune by the great folk guitarist from Bosnia, Almir Hukelic Aka. Filmed at the South Pasadena Music Center and Conservatory by Evening Stage/Joe Films Production and directed by Richard LaBrie. For more information please visit: www.almanovaduo.com

The award-winning ensemble, AlmaNova, is an innovative flute and guitar duo presenting an eclectic program of chamber music. Flutist Jessica Pierce and guitarist Almer Imamovic are both masters of their instruments elevating the flute and guitar ensemble to the highest level of virtuosity and artistry. Their live performances are filled with energy and passion creating a graceful, intuitively choreographed display of seamless connection. (Fresno Beehive).

AlmaNova met in France while studying at the famed Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris. They continued their graduate work at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and the USC Thornton School of Music. Since then they have had the privilege to perform extensively throughout the world including recitals in Paris, London, Sarajevo, Stockholm, Tijuana, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Kansas City, and San Diego.

AlmaNovas recordings have been described as pure musical pleasure (Flute Focus Magazine, 2009) and have received much critical acclaim. Their first CD recording 'Debut' features original works by Mr. Imamovic inspired by the sounds and folk melodies of his native Bosnia. It was recently honored by the largest worldwide independent music organization, Just Plain Folks, receiving Best Instrumental Album, 2009 as well as Best Instrumental Song, 2009 for Sarajevo Nights. Their second CD, Classic Giuliani was awarded Critic's Choice, 2008 by American Record Guide calling it some of the best [Giuliani] I've heard. Their newest release, After Hours, explores the music of Macedonia through thoughtful arrangements and more original compositions by Mr. Imamovic and Ms. Pierce.


Jessica plays Sankyo Flutes and Almer plays Kenny Hill Guitars exclusively.

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[zengi7]

@TweedleDee1 Let me tell you this my friend. I spoke to her once and asked her who is her favourit composer expecting her to say Bach. You know what she said? My husband! That's the guitarist. Now, that's what I call "true love". So, I don't think there is much chance for you. Sorry

PS Lucky bastard, isn't he?

[zengi7]

Bravo, great peace and an excellent performance by all of you.

See you in Bosnia.

Damir

[bossedo]

bravo za trilere!

[SuperWabbitt]

laawl

frigging proud Bosnian =DD

[Greg763]

Very nice !

[webcamcrashers]

lol im bosnian too and he has the same first name as me

[duplosrce]

I would not marry that flute player because she kept losing her breath at the ends of her parts.

That was a really hard, and fast playing. 5 stars for all.

[XBAGREMX]

proud to be a BOSNIAN..............

[kkavoossi]

That girl jams!

[TweedleDee1]

I'd like to ask the flute player to marry me.