June 25, 2014

Musical Instruments.

Russia Post issued a stamp on Musical Instrument on 30th April 2014 under the Europa Series as Musical Instruments if the theme for 2014.

Balalaika is a Russian three-string pizzicato musical instrument with a slightly bended triangular body which has become Russia’s national musical symbol along with the accordion and bayan. Balalaika is well-known worldwide. Many composers write music for it. Balalaika bands are popular across Europe and America. The postage stamp depicts a scene of Russian folk festivities with people singing, dancing and playing musical instruments.

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