Croatian Folklore Gold is the pinnacle of the artistic career of Zoran Jakunić - Kizo, a renowned composer and arranger of Croatian traditional music, and the long-time orchestra conductor at Folk Dance Ensemble Zagreb - Markovac. Recorded by a class of brilliant young musicians he conducted for many years, the album explores the most beautiful traditional melodies from all Croatian regions through 13 exquisite songs. Professionally produced, this album is a must-have for anyone interested in CROATIA and its musical heritage.

Founded in 1945, Folk Dance Ensemble Zagreb-Markovac is one of the largest and most important folk dance groups in Croatia. They have won numerous awards at national and international folklore festivals, and have been working on preserving Croatia's rich cultural heritage for over 70 years under the motto, "True art from the heart." Their artistic director is GORDAN VRANKOVEČKI.

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The regions of Slavonia, Posavina, Turopolje, Murter Island, Podunavlje, Zagorje, Podravina, and Moslavina are some of the areas represented on this Cd.

This amazing Cd was just nominated for the prestigious 'PORIN' Award! (Croatian 'Grammy!')