BROTHERS OF THE BALADI
Imagine the sensual sounds of the Middle
East mixed with guitars and keyboards, the plaintive wail of ancient
Arab/Turkish folk-horns, Moroccan string melodies and timeless rhythms-- and you
have the infectiously danceable Middle Eastern/World Music of the Brothers of
the Baladi.
Since 1975 the Brothersı filial bond has been at the root of
their music. Known for their traditional Middle Eastern performances, the
Brothers have successfully bridged the gap between traditional Middle Eastern
music and American Rock nı Roll. They tastefully mix traditional acoustic
instruments, vocals in seven languages [English, Turkish, Arabic, Armenian,
Persian, French and Spanish], exotic rhythms and familiar grooves. Their music
excites and motivates virtually any audience.
The Brothers of the Baladi
have headlined a zillion colleges, festivals, concert halls and clubs. They
have shared the stage with Maria Muldaur, The Mamas & the Papas, 3 Mustaphas
3, Leon Redbone, Paul Horn, Poi Dog Pondering and Zachary Richard, just to name
a few. Their credits include the 2000 Desert Rose Grammy Award, featured music
on USA Networkıs Core Culture [Oct. 2000], soundtrack for the Tony Award winning
Oregon Shakespeare Festivalıs Midsummer Nightıs Dream and Comedy of Errors, and
soundtracks for over 50 Middle Eastern Dance videos (including 3 of Saqra's
Series. See http://www.saqra.net/Shopping/musicvid.html)
Their discography
includes eight albums: Dance with Gladness [1982], Food of Love
[1983], Beyond the Tenth [1989], Further Journeys [1993], Eye
on the World produced by Michael Shrieve from the original Santana band
[1995], Heart of the Beast (1998) Time of Peace, and Hope
[2002]. Michael Beach, the Brothersı vocalist, drummer and leader, has also
produced an educational series: Basic Middle Eastern Rhythms available on
cassette and VHS video. Their catalog is available at their web site and their
music is available through major distributors (including Saqra).
The Brothers of the Baladi
offer something for everyone... a cohesive rhythmic package that transcends
borders and animates an audience. They continue to present the most exciting,
educational and highly danceable shows on this planet.
For
Booking Information Contact
Brothers of the Baladi
P.O. Box 14083
Portland, Oregon 97293-0083 USA
phone/fax: (503) 288-4684
web site:
www.baladi.com
email: mbeach@aracnet.com |
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