Zaghareed: Music From The Palestinian Holy Land

Zaghareed: Music From The Palestinian Holy Land

Since 1979 this intrepid troupe of singers, musicians, and dancers has worked to revive the folk music of Palestine. Far from being a dry academic exercise, El-Funoun have become a vital part of the cultural identity of the Palestinian people. Zaghareed is a concept album based on the music played during a traditional wedding ceremony. It subtly challenges the traditions of arranged marriages and of the woman's place in society, within a context of beautifully played Arabic music. Instrumental pieces feature qanun, oud, buzuq, flutes, and reed instruments, and various percussion. The vocal songs join the voices of women and men, at times singing in contrast to one another, at others raising their voices in unity, celebration, and perseverance. --Jeff Grubb
Country USA
Brand Sounds True
Manufacturer Sounds True Direct
Binding Audio CD
ReleaseDate 1999-02-23
UnitCount 1
UPCs 600835010924
EANs 0060083501092