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Mojtaba Mirzadeh -Iranian Violin Improvising

The largest collection of Classical Persian violin improvisations performed by late Ostad Mojtaba Mirzâdeh (d. 2005), the greatest master of Persian violin. Credits to "shajarian"

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Prayers On Tanbour

A breathe taking Tanbour performance. This CD is truly amazing as finally we can hear the women understanding of the Tanbour, and finally this amazing instrument of heart speak the emotions of a women. This killer combination of the instrument of emotions and the emotion of womens together will effect any one who can feel and sense. Superb

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Iran - Persian Classical Music

From the old Nonesuch Explorer series comes this album of classical Persian music, originally released in 1974 and re-released on CD in 1991. The album contains a number of nice virtuoso performances on the various instruments of the Persian classical repertoire. The ensemble leader Faramarz Payvar provides some outstanding work on the santur in most of the dastgah performances. Also, the zarb player Mohammad Esmai'li performs an amazing solo on his drum, nearly incorporating melody into the work with a single percussion instrument. The tar playing also stands out exceptionally in "Dastgah Chahargah," as Houshang Zarif pumps out an outstanding run on his lute. For a basic overview of Persian classical, this album does a pretty good job of showing off the major instruments and vocals, all with the dastgah framework. At the same time, it's mildly simplistic, as are many of the Explorer series albums. For a newcomer to Persian music, this wouldn't be a bad place to start for a basic overview, though those better acquainted with the basics might prefer a slightly more comprehensive compilation, such as Rounder's Iran installment of the Anthology of World Music. Review by Adam Greenberg - All Music Guide.

TRACK LISTING
1 - Dastgah Shur 10:18
2 - Dastgah Homayoun 7:37
3 - Dastgah Segah 4:51
4 - Zarb Solo 4:56
5 - Dastgah Chahargah 4:54
6 - Dastgah Mahour 13:02

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Abdolavahab Shahidi Raz-E Oud

Abdolavahab Shahidi was born on 1914 in Meyme(Esfahan) and started his art works from acting , singing and playing barbat in Tehran.

Soon his talent was discoverd by Master Banan in National Radia Organization and was invited in radio.

Master Shahidi has had lots of different performences as a Barbat player and singer. He has both national and international fame and he is very well known as a talented oud player in Arabic world as well.

His singing along Barbat playings are one of a kind and have kept its conection with people throughout generations.

Credits to "shajarian"

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[06]. World Music Library - Egypt - Vocal Music of Egypt

This album introduces western influenced modern songs of Egypt performed by three distinguished musicians playing representative instruments of Arabic classical music, the ud, qanun, and the nay, in the improvisational style, taqsim.

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[05]. World Music Library, KICC 5170 - Egypt - Classical Music of Egypt

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[04]. World Music Library, KICC 5147 - KICC 5106 - Iran - Music of Iran, II

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[03]. World Music Library, KICC 5105 - Iran - Music of Iran, I

This is the first recording to introduce the post revolutionary music of Iran, a style adding the western taste onto practices of Iranian traditional music. An exquisite ensemble performance of traditional instruments and Avaz, a style of vocals.

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[02]. World Music Library, KICC 5104 - Iraq - Music Of Iraq

Featuring various music, from popular urban songs, folk music and religious music.

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[01]. World Music Library, KICC 5103 - Iraqi Music. Ud Taqsim and Pasta

Ud is a stringed instrument, and taqsim, an improvisational style. Pasta is a beautiful solo vocal performance based on fixed rhythmical patterns called maqam and ika.

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Abdulrahman Surizehi & Javid Afsari Rad - Karvan

The group Karvan plays music that is a meeting with the Persian and the Baluchi regions. Two of the five musicians comes from the cultural city Esfahan in Iran, two are from Baluchistan which include South-East Iran, South Afghanistan of South-West of Pakistan and on from Karachi in Pakistan. Abdulrahman Surizehi is considered a world-leading virtuoso on Benju. Sufi trance music from Baluchistan is their main expression but with a strong mixture with Persian classical music on Santour. Accompanied by percussion instruments like Tombak, Doholak, Tanburag and Tabla.

Abdulrahman Surizehi is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest musical ambassadors for Balochistan, a region that spans an area covering parts of eastern Iran, western Pakistan and southern Afghanistan.
A virtuoso on his instrument, the benju, Surizehi first came to Norway in 1987 and has since established himself as a solo performer and a vital contributor to Norwegian acts such as Karvan and Combonations. 2005 saw the release of Surizehi’s first proper release, ‘Love Songs and Trance Music from Balochistan’ (EM), an album that in addition to rave reviews earned Surizehi the prestigious German award ‘Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik’ for best world music album. 2006 saw Surizehi receiving the coveted Folkelarm Awards in the ‘open class’.

Born in Isfahan, Iran, Javid Afsari Rad began studying the Santur and the traditional Persian Radif at the age of sixteen with Parviz Meshkatian and master musician Faramarz Puyvar. His studies led him to Norway, where he later graduated from the University of Oslo in the field of Musicology. Javid’s illustrious career includes solo performances in notable world music festivals in Bayreut, Germany, India, Brazil, South Africa and Holland as well as ensemble work with world known musicians, Pt. Hariprasad, Dr. L. Subramaniam and Chourasia among others. In Norway, where he has lived since 1986, Javid is known as an innovative performer and an ingenious composer. His highly acclaimed work in 2002 included the album COMBONATIONS featuring well known musicians from Iran, India, China, Morocco, Senegal, Gambia and Brazil and the album CARAVAN with musicians from Iran and India. In the same year, Javid conceived and composed the music for the live concert,
ASIATIC CARAVAN featuring musicians and dancers from Iran, China and India, which was performed on tour in Norway. Javid has appeared with Zarbang in numerous prestigious festivals throughout Europe. Through his affiliation with a number of Norwegian Arts Organizations, Javid has composed soundtracks for film and theater.

01. Shervandi zahirig baho, ballok ordok
02. Kordi zahirig zemol kar zahirig vesal (trad baluchi)
03. Damali - leyro (baluchi trance music)
04. Dastgah nava avaz and composition in 4/4 beat
05. Damali (baluchi trance music)
06. Karvan - free improvisation on santur and benju
07. Ghazal - improvisations on baluchi folksong
08. Tabla solo (trad)
09. Tombak solo (trad)
10. South indian folk melody 3,43 (trad indian) charmezrab mahoor (trad persian)

Javid Afsari Rad - Santor
Abdulrahman Surizehi - Benju, Soroud
Jamil Ahmad Magsi - Doholak, Tabla
Ghulam Muhammad - Tanburag
Majid Hesabi - Tombak

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Mohammad-Reza Shajarian-Ahange Vafa-

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Mohammad-Reza Shajarian-Abu Atta concert-

Mohammad Reza Shajarian (Persian: محمد رضا شجريان) (born September 23, 1940 in Mashhad, Iran) is an internationally and critically acclaimed Persian traditional singer, composer and Master (Ostad) of Persian music. A living legend of Persian classical music^[1][2][3], Shajarian is also known for his mastery of Persian calligraphy and humanitarian activities.

Shajarian is considered as one of the most celebrated world music artists.^[4]His best works have been in collaboration with Parviz Meshkatian, Mohammad Reza Lotfi, Hossein Alizadeh, and Faramarz Payvar. His singing is widely believed to be technically flawless, powerful, and strongly emotional. In Persian classical Dastgah music, singing is the most difficult art to master and Shajarian is the embodiment of the perfect singer and a major source of inspiration. In 1999 Unesco in France presented him with the prestigious Picasso Award, one of Europe's highest honors.

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Hamid Khezri - Le dotar du Khorassan

Hamid Khezri, dotar player and singer, is renowned as a versatile musician equally at home in a wide range of musical styles ranging from the folk music of his North Khorassan home, the Sufi music of the South Khorassan deserts and the troubadour traditions of the mountains of North Khorassan to original compositions and a variety of cross-over projects. Whether as a soloist or as a member of various ensemble, he always excels by his virtuosity, high musicality, strong and varied rhythms and moving melodies. Hamid Khezri was born in 1969 in Quchan, the musical centre of North Khorassan Persia. He learned to play the dotar, the most important instrument of the region, and went to study with the great masters of that two-stringed long-necked lute, such as Haji Hossein Yeganeh, Golafruz and Hamrah Bakhshi. Engaging in music-ethnological research, he became familiar with the various traditions and playing techniques not only from the north but also from the south of the province. Owing to his deep knowledge of the music and firmly rooted in tradition, Hamid Khezri was able to develop a playing technique of his own. He thus created his own highly unique style of playing the dotar. Hamid Khezri has toured the US, Canada and Europe together with prominent artists. He currently lives in Germany.

track listing

01. Nasihat (maqâm)
02. Leyli O Leylâne (tarâne)
03. Ayla Ayesh (maqâm)
04. Fati Jân (tarâne)
05. Jeblaq, Dust Mohammad (maqâm)
06. Ata Margân Shekartchi (maqâm)
07. Navâ'i (maqâm)
08. Gerayli (maqâm)
09. Sakine (tarâne)
10. Jajoh Khân (tarâne)
11. Fatme Jân (tarâne)
12. Armana Susey (tarâne)
13. Shâh Yuli (maqâm)

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The Music of Islam, Vol. 15: Muslim Music of Indonesia

The music on this double CD are pieces selected from her extensive travels and work during 1392/1972-1406/1985, and feature numerous artists and ensembles, and were recorded in a variety of locations and acoustical environments. The instruments heard in this volume are both traditional Muslim instruments such as double-headed drums, frame drums, brass trays and the lute, as well as non-Muslim instruments such as bamboo flutes, oboes and bronze ensembles.

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Disc: 1

[01]. West Sumatra: Dendang Manangkok/Marindu Harimau 1 - Bp. Djabur Datuk Radjo Taduang, Bp. Haliman Datuk Radjo

[02]. West Sumatra: Dendang Manangkok/Marindu Harimau 2 - Bp. Djabur Datuk Radjo Taduang, Bp. Haliman Datuk Radjo

[03]. West Sumatra: Basosh - Tabuik Drummers, Bp. M. Djarang
[04]. West Sumatra: Matam - Tasa And Dol Drummers And Worshippers
[05]. West Sumatra: Maratapi Jari-Jari - Worshippers
[06]. West Sumatra: Dol-Tasa 1 - Music Of Islam
[07]. West Sumatra: Dol-Tasa 2 - Music Of Islam
[08]. West Sumatra: Dol-Tasa 3 - Music Of Islam
[09]. West Sumatra: Dol-Tasa 4 - Music Of Islam
[10]. West Sumatra: Rapai 1 - Music Of Islam
[11]. West Sumatra: Rapai 2 - Music Of Islam
[12]. West Sumatra: Rapai 3 - Music Of Islam
[13]. West Sumatra: Rapai 4 - Music Of Islam
[14]. West Sumatra: Indang Main Tali - Bp. Safrizal, Bp. Musapir

[15]. West Sumatra: Dabuih (Bm), Dabus (Bi) - Singers And Framedrum Players From Desa Nan Duobale And Desa Delimo

[16]. West Sumatra: Dabuih - Pak Burhannudin
[17]. West Sumatra: Salawek Dulang: Lagu Meriam Penangkis - Bp. Madjo Bungsu, Bp. Ho

[18]. West Sumatra Salawek Dulang: Lagu Bolando Berangkek - Bp. Narasi Baginda Radjo, Bp. Umar Baginda Radjo

Disc: 2

[01]. Aceh: Ratep Maseukat - Pho Cut Nyak Dhin
[02]. Aceh: Pho - Pho Cut Nyak Dhin
[03]. Aceh: Seudati Inong 1 - Bp. Umar Teungku And His Seudati Inong Group
[04]. Aceh: Seudati Inong 2 - Bp. Umar Teungku And His Seudati Inong Group
[05]. Aceh: Seudati Inong 3 - Bp. Umar Teungku And His Seudati Inong Group
[06]. Aceh: Rapai Daboih 1 - Two Opposing Daboih Groups
[07]. Aceh: Rapai Daboih 2 - Two Opposing Daboih Groups
[08]. Aceh: Seudati 1 - Bp. Rasjid And Group
[09]. Aceh: Seudati 2 - M. Husin Amin And Group

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The Music of Islam, Vol. 14: Mystic Music Through the Ages

From the surprisingly good and comprehensive series of Islamic music on Celestial Harmonies comes this volume, dealing with mystic musics of Islam, primarily that of the Sufis, and moreover that of Turkey to a large extent. The performers are the Galata Mevlevi house, led by Nail Kesova, also available on volume nine of the series (Whirling Dervishes). The playing is impeccable, with a trio of ney players providing the breathy sound that is so necessary for a good bit of Sufi music. The vocals are also perfectly in place, with an outstanding performance by Kesova. Songs are largely works of poetry, with three from the great Rumi, and a number from other mystics through the ages (as the title would suggest). For a nice look through all aspects of Islamic music, this series is probably the way to go. For a simple look into the Sufist traditions, this album fits right in competition with a number of other ones, but the quality of music here might give it a bit of an edge. ~ Adam Greenberg, All Music Guide.

This collection of Sufi music is superb; as the liner notes explain, Turkish music reflects the history of its relationship with Central Asia, and also the influence of Persian classical form with its elegance and purity, a combination which perhaps to the Western ear might sound extremely foreign. I find this fourteenth CD of the magnificent "Music of Islam" series to be soul-stirring and uplifting. If you enjoy this type of music, it is an ideal recording to minimize the din and sensory overload of the 21st century world. These mystic Sufi hymns are sung with much beauty and piety, and with the backing of classical art music instruments, which are: The nay (oblique flute), with its whispery sound, the tanbur (a long-necked lute), the qanun (a type of zither), the kamanche (fiddle), and kundum (drums). Some of the songs use the poetry of the great Rumi, and others chant the holy names of God; of my very favorites, track 8 is a liturgical piece by Rumi used to begin religious celebrations, and the final track is a recitation that is a fitting ending for this exquisite CD. To quote the liner notes: "The concluding prayer is chanted in a way that blurs the distinction between speech and song", and it is from the Qur'an: "East or West, it all belongs to God; wherever you turn God is there". The musicians are from the Galata Mevlevi Music and Sema Ensemble who are based in Turkey, where this recording was made. The presentation on all 16 CDs (including the sampler) of this Celestial Harmonies series is exceptional. This one has a 11 page booklet with extensive history, detailed explanation of each musical piece, recording info, and more. Total time is 63'56.

TRACK LISTINGS

[01]. Sem-i ruhuna cismimi pervane dusurdum (My body is a moth drawn to the flame of your spirit)

[02]. Ey ki hezar aferin, bu nice sultan olur (Oh, the Creator of thousands of beings...)

[03]. Bahri umman durriyem, yerim mekanin kandedir (I am an ocean pearl, where is my home?)

[04]. Uyan, ey gozlerim gafletten uyan (Wake up! O my eyes, awaken from sleep)

[05]. Ya Rabbi, Zat'in sirridir bu gulleri handan eden (Oh my Lord, the secret of your Essence...)

[06]. Cun sana gonlum mubtela oldu (Because you have consumed my heart...)

[07]. Allahu ekber, Allahu ekber, la ilahe illallah (Allah is the greatest, there is no god but Allah): Tekbir: Allahu ekber, Allahu ekber, la ilahe illallah (Allah is the greatest, there is no god but Allah)

[08]. Ya, Hazret-i Mevlana, Hakk dost (Oh, our holy master Mevlana, beloved of God...)

[09]. Sultan-i meni, sultan-i meni, ender dil-u can iman-i meni

[10]. Hiz ki imruz cihan an-i mast can-u cihan saki-vu mihman-i mast

[11]. Gelin, gidelim Allah yoluna (Come, let us take God's path)

[12]. Allah emrin tutalim - Rahmet'ine batalim (We will carry out God's will and fall back upon his mercy)

[13]. Alma tenden canimi - gormeden cananimi (Do not take my soul from my body, until I see my beloved)

[14]. Sevelim Hazret-i Mevlana'yi (Let us revere Saint Mevlana)

[15]. Ey, Allahim, beni Sen'den ayirma (Ah, my God, do not separate me from you): Ey, Allahim, beni Send'en ayirma (Ah, my God, do not separate me from you)

[16]. Hor bakma sen topraga (Don't see the earth as despicable...)

[17]. Gormek istersen seni - can icre ara cani (If you seek yourself, look for your self in your soul)

[18]. Velillahil mesriku vel magrib feeynema tuvellu fesemme Vechullah

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The Music of Islam, Vol. 13: Music of Pakistan

With the exquisite articulation of living legend Ustad Bary Fateh Ali Khan, this volume in The Music of Islam series features the traditional instruments and ragas of the classical music of Pakistan which thrive as a living testament to the wide spectrum of cultures and practices across the World of Islam. One of the few great masters alive today, Indian born Ustad Bary Fateh Ali Khan began singing at the age of eight. After partition, his family migrated to Lahore in the new state of Pakistan. He is accompanied by sarangi, tabla, tanpuras and svarmandal, and accompanies himself on harmonium (an adapted version of the Western reed organ). The sarangi (a violin in the shape of a rectangular box) is played by one of the subcontinent's great masters, Ustad Nazim Ali Khan. The tabla (a set of two drums) is played by Ershad Hussain. Today it is the most important percussion instrument in the northern half of the subcontinent. The tanpura (a drone similar in construction to the sitar but without frets and commonly with only four strings) is played by Mustaq Ali and Ghulam Sabir. The svarmandal (a small harp similar to the autoharp but without chord bars) is played by Sultan Fateh Ali.

TRACK LISTINGS

[01]. Raga Bairagi Bhairavi (Early Morning)

Artist(s):
Mustaq Ali |
Sultan Fateh Ali |
Ershad Hussain |
Bary Fateh Ali Khan played Vocals |
Nazim Ali Khan |
Ghulam Sabir

[02]. Raga Puriya Dhanashri (Early Evening)

Artist(s):
Mustaq Ali |
Sultan Fateh Ali |
Ershad Hussain |
Bary Fateh Ali Khan played Vocals |
Nazim Ali Khan |
Ghulam Sabir

[03]. Raga Yaman (Evening)

Artist(s):
Mustaq Ali |
Sultan Fateh Ali |
Ershad Hussain |
Bary Fateh Ali Khan played Vocals |
Nazim Ali Khan |
Ghulam Sabir

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The Music of Islam, Vol. 12: Music of Iran

The instrumental compositions in this recording belong to Persian art music as passed down to the present. The marked preference of the Persians for instrumental music contributed to the dedication of greater attention by the Arabs, orientated more towards vocal music, to the development of instruments and instrumental performance.

The instrumental compositions combining the kemenche and santur offer an excellent rendering of the feeling for sound or of the sound ideal of classical Persian music culture. They are accompanied in the rhythmical formation by the zarb or duff.

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[01]. Tasnif-e Mahalli Kurdi
[02]. Tasnif-e Dashti
[03]. Avaz Shooshtari
[04]. Bedah-E Navazi Santur
[05]. Reng
[06]. Bedah-E Avaz, Tasnif-E Kurdi
[07]. Bedah-E Navazi Tombak
[08]. Tasnif-E Esfahan
[09]. Tasnif Va So Al Va Javab-E Kemenche
[10]. Farhang-E A'Vam
[11]. Gat-E Kurdi

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