Hailed as "a new musical language that unites the East & West" Tarik (oud) & Julia Banzi (flamenco guitar) present programs that integrate a holistic approach to Andalusian music embracing the multicultural world we live in today.
A unique group of musicians, scholars, singers, dancers and visual artists from Morocco, USA, Spain, India and the Far East, the Al Andalus Ensemble brings the spirit of Al-Andalus from the past and into the present. Catalysts for new music, the Al-Andalus Ensemble's sonic genealogy draws from a rich array of root sources -- Arabic, African, Castilian and Jazz combine as living, breathing art forms to create a refreshing contemporary yet contemplative music that will turn your head around, touch your heart and soul.
The Banzi's
divide their time between Morocco-USA-Spain, with ensemble members on
each continent. The Presenters
page has detailed information, bios, press releases, photos &
stage sets for the ensemble in its different formations. You may
download a printable .pdf about the group here
Join us on
MySpace: www.MySpace.com/alandalusmusic
Quick link
to online electronic press kit (epk) including pictures and videos www.Sonicbids.com/Andalus
Some of
our videos at www.YouTube.com/Ziriab
Al-Andalus
Ensemble at www.ReverbNation.com/Andalus
"The best example of cultural integration" (YA; Madrid,Spain) (more quotes)
