| Brandark's finery had astounded everyone, and some of those who'd prudently withdrawn from his vicinity had been lured back when he uncased his balalaika and began strumming. |
| The women played one after the other on the balalaika, and then sang in chorus. |
| It buzzes with life every night, and features a band with a phenomenal balalaika player that has practically everyone on their feet cheering. |
| One is a real contrabass balalaika, I brought it from Russia. |
| The balalaika has a flat back, slightly arched belly, narrow neck bearing 4 moveable frets and 3 strings. |
| The book is a rare collector's edition as it includes an original drawing of Winnie the Pooh in traditional Russian costume playing a balalaika. |
