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Near East Ensemble, 2007

The Near East Ensemble (Ethnomusicology 91/161N) presents music and instruments from the Arab world. Its repertoire includes old court music genres from the Ottoman era, mystical works related to the Sufi Islamic sect, modal and drum improvisations, nightclub pieces and songs from rural folk celebrations.

A. J. Racy, director

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Eastern Soul concert, 2007

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Map of the Near East

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The Director

Metric Modes

Melodic Modes

The Instruments

The Rehearsal

The Performance


For information on the history of this ensemble click Ensemble History: Near East Ensemble.

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Our Next Event:
Fowler Out Loud: Jonah Levine Collective
on May 23, 2013 at 06.00pm
at Fowler Museum