David Dower Trio – ‘Made in Sofia’ (2018)
‘Made in Sofia’ was recorded in the capital of Bulgaria as homage to a country that has so warmly welcomed the David Dower Trio.
‘Made in Sofia’ was recorded in the capital of Bulgaria as homage to a country that has so warmly welcomed the David Dower Trio.
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