2005-03-01
Persian, Moroccan, African, Indian and Western music collide on the new release from Reza Derakshani (or simply Reza).The Iranian vocalist’s first appearance on WYCE was produced and arranged by The Doors’ drummer John Densmore. Densmore adds percussion to the record while Reza demonstrates his mastery of many traditional Persian instruments such as the stringed Sitar; the bowed Tarmanche; a bamboo flute known as the Ney; and the Hand Drum.
The disc is available now from the New York City-based Hen House Studios.
CESARIA EVORIA
Rogamar
Liz Carroll and John Doyle
Double Play
Omara Portuondo
Flor de Amor
Scythian
Immigrant Road Show
American Babies
An Epic Battle Between Light And Dark
Various Artists
Bridge to Havana
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