Zabavni Orkestar I Zbor - Mediterranean Sound

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Review by Alisa Gomes

Mediterranean Sound: A Forgotten Gem from 1972 Yugoslavia Alright, let’s talk about Mediterranean Sound by Zabavni Orkestar I Zbor. Released in '72 under Jugoton (you know, the legendary Yugoslav label), this album is like a warm breeze off the Adriatic—easy on the ears and full of charm. It’s pop music but with that light, breezy twist—easy listening for sure, but don’t mistake it for elevator muzak. Nah, there’s soul here. And yeah, some tracks are kinda cheesy, but isn’t that part of its charm? First off, can we just appreciate the lineup? You’ve got Đorđe Novković tickling the ivories, Jože Kampič squeezing out accordion magic, and Stipica Kalogjera pulling double duty as conductor AND arranger. The orchestra itself feels lush—violins, trumpets, flutes, even a cornet or two—all blending together to create something that screams summer nights and seaside strolls. Now, if I had to pick two tracks that stick in my head, they’d be "Hiljadu Mandolina" (Thousand Mandolines) and "Kad Tebe Nema" (When You Are Gone). Let me tell ya why. "Hiljadu Mandolina" feels like opening your window after a long winter. It’s upbeat without being frantic, melodic enough to hum along to, and those mandolin vibes? Pure joy. Seriously, you almost expect someone to burst into a tarantella dance mid-song. There’s a playful energy here that makes you wanna grab a glass of rakija and toast life. It’s not trying too hard—it just is. Then there’s "Kad Tebe Nema," which hits different. This one slows things down, gets all melancholic on ya. The strings pull at your heartstrings while the piano adds this bittersweet touch. Lyrically, it’s classic breakup fare—you know, missing someone who ain’t coming back—but man, does it hit home. It reminds me of those late-night drives where you’re alone with your thoughts, replaying moments you wish you could undo. Oh, and props to whoever did the mastering (shoutout to MK!) because everything sounds crisp yet cozy, like an old vinyl record that hasn’t lost its warmth over decades. What strikes me most about Mediterranean Sound is how timeless it feels. Sure, it’s rooted in the ‘70s, but these songs could easily fit into a modern playlist labeled “chill vibes” or whatever kids call it these days. Maybe that’s the beauty of good music—it doesn’t age; it just evolves with us. Fun fact: Did you notice how many roles Stipica Kalogjera played? Dude was basically running the show—conducting, arranging, composing half the album, AND playing violin. Talk about multitasking! Meanwhile, Đorđe Novković brought his A-game on piano, making every note count. Together, they crafted something special—a snapshot of Yugoslav pop culture that still resonates today. So yeah, Mediterranean Sound. It’s not gonna change your life or anything, but it’ll make your afternoon more pleasant. Put it on when you’re cooking pasta or lounging by the pool. Heck, play it during a rainy day—it might remind you that sunshine always follows rain. And honestly? That cover art deserves a mention. Whoever designed it (thanks, I. Ivezić!) nailed the vibe: simple, colorful, unpretentious. Kinda like the album itself. Final thought: Listening to this record feels like stumbling upon an old photo album—faded around the edges, maybe a little dusty, but filled with memories waiting to come alive again. Now go give it a spin… unless you hate happiness.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Lipo Li Je Setat Rivon
Lipo Li Je Šetat Rivon = Seaside Walk
Spušta Se Noć = The Nightfall
Margarita = Margaret
Tuzno Srce Moje
Čiribu - Čiriba = Chiribu - Chiriba
Spusta Se Noc
Margarita
Kad Tebe Nema = When You Are Gone
Kad Tebe Nema
Tužno Srce Moje = My Sad Heart
Više Se Nećeš Vratiti = You'll Never Come Back
Serenada
Čemu Da Živim = Why Do I Live
Serenada = Serenade
Ciribu-Ciriba
Hiljadu Mandolina
Poslije Kise Dolazi Sunce
Hiljadu Mandolina = Thousand Mandolines
Stari Pjer
Stari Pjer = The Old Pierre
Poslije Kiše Dolazi Sunce = After Rain The Sunshine Comes
Vise Se Neces Vratiti
Cemu Da Zivim

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Catalog Numbers

LSY-61002

Labels

Jugoton

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Repress
  • Album

Companies

RoleCompany
Printed By"Znanje", Zagreb

Credits

RoleCredit
AccordionJože Kampič
Arranged ByStipica Kalogjera
ConductorStipica Kalogjera
ViolinStipica Kalogjera
CornetAntun Ficko, Stevo Vuković
DesignI. Ivezić
EngineerF. Berner
FluteGenoveva Genova, Salih Mujičić
GuitarVedran Božić
Mastered ByMK
Music ByS. Kalogjera (tracks: A3, A5, B3, B5, B6), Đ. Novković (tracks: A1, A2, A4, A6, B1, B2, B4)
Photography ByN. Marcutti
PianoĐorđe Novković
ProducerS. Kalogjera, Đ. Novković
TrumpetMarijan Domić, Stanko Brichta
Co-producerStipica Kalogjera
HornAntun Ficko, Stevo Vuković
OrchestraZabavni Orkestar I Zbor

Notes

Repress released in late seventies with blue labels with violet vertical stripe.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 1): LY-S-61002A 14 12 72 MK
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 2): LY-S-61002B 15 12 72 MK
  • Rights Society: SOKOJ
  • Other: JUS. N. N4 201

About Zabavni Orkestar I Zbor

Today: Orchestra of the Croatian Radio and Television Broadcasting (HRT). The Music Production Team of the HRT is divided into the Jazz, Tambura and Symphonic Orchestra including the HRT Choir.

Real Name

    • Zabavni Orkestar

Name Vars

  • Ansambl
  • Instrumentalni Orkestar
  • Instrumentalni Sastav RTV-Zagreb
  • Mješoviti Instrumentalni Sastav RTV Zagreb
  • Orkestar I Zbor
  • Orkestar RTV Zagreb
  • Orkestar RTZ
  • Orkestar Radio Zagreba
  • RTV-Zagreb Orchestra
  • Radio-Orkestar Radio Zagreba
  • Salonski Krugovalni Orkestar, DKP Zagreb
  • Studijski Ansambl
  • Studijski Orkestar
  • Studijski Orkestar I Zbor
  • Studijski Orkestar RTZ
  • Studiový Orchestr A Sbor
  • The RTV Zagreb Orchestra
  • Veliki Orkestar / Large Orchestra
  • Veliki Zabavni Orkestar
  • Veliki Zabavni Orkestar Radio Zagreba / Radio Zagreb Big Band
  • Z.O. RTZ
  • ZO
  • Zab. Ork. Radio Zagreba
  • Zab. Orkestar
  • Zabavni Ansambl
  • Zabavni Ansambl / Popular Ensemble
  • Zabavni Ork. RT Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar / Popular Orchestra
  • Zabavni Orkestar Državne Krugovalne Postaje Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Državne Krugovalne Postaje, Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar HRT
  • Zabavni Orkestar I Dječji Zbor
  • Zabavni Orkestar I Zbor
  • Zabavni Orkestar Muzičke Proizvodnje RTZ
  • Zabavni Orkestar RT Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar RTB
  • Zabavni Orkestar RTV Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar RTZ
  • Zabavni Orkestar RTZ / Zagreb Radio And Television Popular Orchestra
  • Zabavni Orkestar RTZ-a
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radia Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radio Televizije Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radio Zagreba
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radio-Televizije Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radio-televizije Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Radiotelevizije Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar Sa Zborom RTV Zagreb
  • Zabavni Orkestar i Zbor
  • Zagrebački Zabavni Orkestar
  • Zbor I Orkestar
  • Zbor I Orkestar RTV Zagreb
  • Zbor I Orkestar RTZ-a
  • Zbor I Zabavni Orkestar
  • Оркестар И Хор

Members

  • Mali Zabavni Ansambl
  • Davor Kajfeš
  • Miroslav Johan
  • Božidar Mohaček Delinski

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s an interesting fact: The album *Mediterranean Sound* by Zabavni Orkestar I Zbor, released in 1972 in Yugoslavia, was a team effort through and through. Stipica Kalogjera, the conductor and arranger, didn’t just lead the orchestra—he also played violin, composed several tracks, and co-produced the album. Talk about wearing multiple hats! It’s like he was everywhere at once, shaping the sound and soul of this easy-listening gem. And fun tidbit—the track *Hiljadu Mandolina* translates to "Thousand Mandolines," which sounds like the name of a dreamy seaside festival.