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This is a beguiling, mesmeric sequence of instrumental music from Armenia, in which Hesperion XXI are joined by a group of that country s finest musicians. Georgi Minassyan and Haig Sarikouyoumdjian play the duduk, the double-reed woodwind instrument of the region. Its beautiful, musky sound seductively reflects the predominantly nostalgic, lamenting, soulful mood of the pieces heard here. Gaguik Mouradian contributes on the kamancha, a bowed string instrument. Savall arranges both anonymous material and music by named composers from the 14th to the 20th centuries, rightly allowing the Armenian musicians, and particularly the duduk, pride of place. --Stephen Pettitt, Sunday Times 2 September 2012
The playing is often of considerable subtlety and refinement ... For instance, track 5, where Savall and colleagues play Chouhajian s song Oh inc anus, offers one of the most affecting versions I have ever heard of this song ... This disc is a most welcome addition to the catalogue ... it has given unfailing pleasure to the present listener ... more refreshing and illuminating than many Armenian recordings. --Haig Utidjian, Early Music Review October 2012
The playing is often of considerable subtlety and refinement ... For instance, track 5, where Savall and colleagues play Chouhajian s song Oh inc anus, offers one of the most affecting versions I have ever heard of this song ... This disc is a most welcome addition to the catalogue ... it has given unfailing pleasure to the present listener ... more refreshing and illuminating than many Armenian recordings. --Haig Utidjian, Early Music Review October 2012
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By J. Hammond
Format:Audio CD
Without first reading the accompanying booklet, I began to listen. Silent tears rolled, my emotion an enriching but fathomless sadness. If only all people could hear this music and feel the same way as I do. It would stop wars for good. Curious, I started to read the accompanying book. After the short but moving overview of the area's devastating history, musician Jordi Savall's last sentence hit me with a bang. "Without Emotion there is no Memory, without Memory there is no Justice, without Justice there is no Civilization and without Civilization human beings have no future."
I realize my opinion about this cd is mostly a subjective one since a lot of middle-eastern music affects me strongly, including the soulful music of the dudek instruments which sometimes sound like the voice of a singer who is trying not to cry. Their sounding of intervals other than tones and semitones can eerily stir deep parts of ones' psyche.
If you aren't used to this type of music but would like to try it, I recommend listening to a few bands at a time, then go back to it later.
It is a wonderful recording. The sound is exquisite.
One thing: I would like the words of the poems after the band titles to be also in English translation. (from the French.)
I realize my opinion about this cd is mostly a subjective one since a lot of middle-eastern music affects me strongly, including the soulful music of the dudek instruments which sometimes sound like the voice of a singer who is trying not to cry. Their sounding of intervals other than tones and semitones can eerily stir deep parts of ones' psyche.
If you aren't used to this type of music but would like to try it, I recommend listening to a few bands at a time, then go back to it later.
It is a wonderful recording. The sound is exquisite.
One thing: I would like the words of the poems after the band titles to be also in English translation. (from the French.)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Carolyn
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is my favorite out of all the Jordi Savall I recently purchased. He is both professional and passionate, you will not be disappointed. This is a more reflective collection of music, truly haunting at times.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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This is music very emotional with a background of oriental magic.There is wonderful the performance of the traditional and the classical musicians.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By HB
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After hearing a couple of tracks on my local radio I was inspired t buy this CD. The music is hauntingly beautiful, played with sensitivity and elegance. The modal music, played by a small ensemble of very fine musicians, has an uplifting yet calming quality and I find it quite mesmerising. I love it!
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Peter Moore
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Another perfect disc from Jordi Savall and Hesperion XXI, with very informative accompanying booklet. The ensemble never fail to inspire, and this CD is highly to be recommended
0 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Item arrived promptly, well packed, in good order. Son in law absolutely delighted, it is a favourite already, very happy
1 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By M. Cox
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I had heard a track from this cd on BBC Radio 3 and on the spur of the moment decided to buy the whole cd. To me it is an unusal sound but very enjoyable (even by my dog) as he and I drive out for a long walk in the woods.
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