Russian Folk Orchestra Performs a Beautiful Balalaika Cover of the Led Zeppelin Song ‘Stairway to Heaven’

A sextet of balalaika players from the N.P. Osipov National Academic Folk Instruments Orchestra of Russia performed a beautifully tranquil cover of the iconic Led Zeppelin song "Stairway to Heaven". The sweet melodic sound of the traditional instrument complements the fantastical nature of the song and the legendary album from which it came.

Led Zeppelin on 6 balalaikas.

via The Awesomer

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