Troyka Mala are one of the identities that lives within the long standing Bristol Balkan band - Troyka. This EP represents their first recordings as a trio, showcasing their versatility and ability to sit traditional ballkan and middle eastern songs next to contemporary classical original compositions. 

Mala consists of Sophie Wilsdon (Clarinet & Vocals), Naomi Hill (Violin & Vocals) and Liam O'Connell (Double Bass & Vocals).
 
Together they indulge their love of intricate three-part chamber style arrangements, showcasing a selection of soulful Balkan, Eastern European and Middle Eastern heart music, alongside an expanding collection of Liam’s (My Octopus Mind, Leeem) original compositions, which take a playful approach to these influences.
 
The trio have an infectious chemistry, having played together for years as part of Troyka. They take this connection into a decidedly more intimate, intricate and experimental format aimed at sit-down audiences rather than rowdy dancefloors.


Zapevala (trad. Serbian Macedonia Bosnian Sevdalinka)

Misty Minds  (Liam OConnell)

El Helwa Di (Sheik Sayed Darwish)

More is More  (Liam OConnell)

I'm A Lizard (Liam OConnell)

Ne Kuni Me (Luis)

This is Troyka's 3rd EP since 2009, and their first with a 5 piece band. This collection of original and traditional Balkan songs is dedicated to founder member and friend, Vladimir Gajic (1971 - 2016).

CDs are available for £5 from troyka_bristol@yahoo.co.uk or facebook.com/bristol.troyka

Nevestinko Oro

Mirko's Blues

Karanfile

This is Troyka's 3rd EP since 2009, and their first with a 5 piece band. This collection of original and traditional Balkan songs is dedicated to founder member and friend, Vladimir Gajic (1971 - 2015).

CDs are available for £5 from troyka_bristol@yahoo.co.uk or facebook.com/bristol.troyka

Cuperlica

Troyka formed in Bristol in 2008 and have been bringing Balkan Heart Music to Bristol ever since. Still going strong in 2025, they recently recorded music for Surviving Earth - a feature film by Thea Gajic about her dad, and Troyka founder Vladimir Gajic, who passed away in 2015. 

Troyka now play in various formations including Troyka Mala, their contemporary post classical trio which indulges their love of intricate three-part chamber style arrangements. Mala showcases a selection of soulful Balkan, Eastern European and Middle Eastern music, alongside an expanding collection of Liam’s (My Octopus Mind, Leeem) original compositions, which take a playful approach to these influences.

Misty Minds (Autumn 2025) is Troyka's 4th EP since 2009.

Troyka and Troyka Mala

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