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An Evening At Janina captures the elegant atmosphere of one of South Africa’s well-known dining and entertainment venues of the era, featuring violinist Carlo Pacchiori and pianist René Moya performing a programme of popular light-classical, gypsy, romantic and international favourites. Recorded for RPM Records, the album recreates the sophisticated mood of an evening of live entertainment, combining virtuosic violin performances with tasteful piano accompaniment.

Carlo Pacchiori was a respected performer on the South African music scene, known for bringing European café and continental music traditions to local audiences. Together with René Moya, he presents a collection of beloved melodies ranging from operatic favourites and film themes to gypsy standards and romantic classics.

Genre

Easy Listening, Classical Crossover, Instrumental, Violin

Track Listing

Side One

1. Play Gypsy (from Countess Maritza)
2. Lara’s Theme (from Doctor Zhivago)
3. Granada
4. The Pearl Fishers
5. Hungarian Rhapsody

Side Two

1. The Lark (Romanian Fantasy)
2. Die Ou Kalahari
3. Czardas
4. Israeli Medley (including Hava Nagila)
5. Auf Wiedersehen Sweetheart

This charming collection blends European café music, romantic melodies and popular concert favourites, making it an enjoyable listen for fans of violin music, light classics and vintage South African recordings. The inclusion of Lara’s Theme, Granada, Czardas and Hava Nagila gives the album broad appeal across several musical traditions.

Album Notes

RPM releases from this period document an important chapter of South African popular and light-classical music history. An Evening At Janina is particularly interesting as a snapshot of the live entertainment culture that flourished in restaurants, hotels and supper clubs during the 1960s and 1970s.

Genre: Easy Listening / Classical Crossover / Instrumental