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bulgarian singer levski , bulgaria 23 august 1968 ludmilaradkova.jpg lyudmila radkova
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lyudmila radkova

ms lyudmila radkova-traykova is a bulgarian folk singer , performing folklore from the balkans , who became world known as a soloist at the filip kutev ensemble , and at the orchestra of goran bregovic .
she is sister of the bulgarian folk singer daniela radkova .
lyudmila radkova was born in a family with strong musical traditions .
her mother - liliana zhivkova - is a librarian , and performer in amateur arts .
her father - radko yankov is known for his voice and dancing skills .
ludmila radkova graduated the musical school in kotel , bulgaria , in 1987 , and after exams is accepted to sing at the filip kutev ensemble .
soon her soprano voice , filled with overtones , distinguishes her among the other singers , and she becomes soloist performer of all great songs of the ensemble .
her talent has a feel of lyricism , softness , femininity , and force , typical for the bulgarian female singers .
her voice is unique , as goran bregovic says , and make his songs reflect this uniqueness , which brings them closer to people worldwide .
in 1995 she meets with goran for the recording of the music in the movie `` underground '' and since then she is always among the performers in his orchestra .
she has published a tape in bulgaria in 1992 , has solo parties in the filip kutev ensemble 's and goran bregovic 's albums .
she has participated in the norwegian movie , music for weddings and funerals .
ludmila radkova is married and has one child .
