Direct from the Holy Land comes the first North American release by El-Funoun, the ensemble recognized by Arab-Palestinians throughout the world as the crucial voice of their music and culture. Here, ecstatic zaghareed wails of joy, traceable to several Arab regions, intermingle with the unmistakable voices and instruments of this passionate and endangered culture. Seventeen heartfelt offerings draw us irresistibly into the mystery of Palestine, evoking a centuries-old spiritual landscape of longing, hope and celebration. Sung in Arabic. Accompanied by oud, daf, ney and more. Produced by Dan Rosenberg, host of the acclaimed Café International radio program.

Track Listing:
1 Tulbah (Proposition)
2 Miriam's Father
3 Initiation Of Ecstasy
4 Fardah
5 Miriam
6 Chiming Bracelets
7 Farewell To Bachelor Days
8 Dal' Onah (Instrumental)
9 Henna
10 Embarak (Blessed)
11 Groom's Bath
12 Zaffah (Wedding Scene)
13 Adornment Of The Bride
14 New Love
15 Initiation Of Ecstasy
16 Fardah (Instrumental)
17 Miriam (Instrumental)

Release Date: 01-02-1999