Plektronite - Finnish mandolin music with a twist
Juha-Matti Kurra : mandolin, mandocello
Petri Prauda : mandolin, cittern
Jarmo Romppanen : mandolin, mandola
Plektronite was founded in 1998. Their repertoire is based on the rich traditional dance and ceremonial music from Finland: polskas, walzes, schottisches, polkas as well as minuets. Their approach to the material is fresh and good-humoured. These rascals make sure that in the tune there's always a catchy and unexpectable twist to entertain the listener.
The debut album of the Finnish mandolin trio Plektronite is out and available. Plektroniitit tuloo! ("Enter the Plektronites!") is a cheerful collection of traditional tunes from Finland - swinging and serene, melodic and moving. By jingling their big and small mandos the three Plektronites weave a rich texture of music that will make you smile and tap your foot with the irresistible rhythm - perhaps even hop a few dance steps!
Photograph: Sami Perttilä
Contacts:
Petri Prauda
Pihlajatie 46 a 8
00270 Helsinki
p. +358 40 5775470
pprauda[at]siba.fi