The Complete Balalaika Book has 160 pages and an accompanying CD. Both are by Bibs Ekkel the professional Balalaika player who has preformed throughout Europe and North America. This is a comprehensive guide and tutor for all sizes of Balalaika and Domra. This tutor provides an introduction to the Balalaika, its history and a glossary. Learn the care and handling of the instrument; how to hold it, finger and strumming techniques, tricks, special effects and more. This book is well illustrated and includes numerous exercises and twenty-six songs. We recommended this book for the beginner and intermediate player. 1997 issue.