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Journeys With The Oud
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Length:
59 minutes
Released:
Jul 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The oud is the ancestor of many modern string instruments, including the lute and the guitar. Its origins may lie in Persia or ancient Arabia, but now, it is played all over the world, used in spiritual and secular music, in classical, pop, and jazz settings. In this program, we hear oud music from Lebanon, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Iraq, and elsewhere, exploring the instrument’s history, lore, and rich variety of styles and sounds. We will talk with oud masters and innovators, and delve into mysteries surrounding this seminal string instrument.
Released:
Jul 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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