http://calabashmusic.com<img src='http://files.calabashmusic.com/images/91848/ashkelon-morroccan_mawal.jpg'>Emil Zrihan, a true spirit of Andalusia: The Jewish-Arabian synthesis of the Maghreb is shiningly evident in Emil Zrihan's music. The cantor at the main synagogue in Ashkelon, one of the oldest cities in the world, has Moroccan roots. <br /><br />In this recording, the religious fervour of his liturgically trained chantings is underscored by filigree instrumentations with the ud, darbuka, violin and accordion. <br /><br />Emil Zrihan is also accompanied by the flamenco virtuoso Baldi Olier who lends a Mediterranean nuance to the Andalusian panorama.Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:26:41 -0600http://emilzrihan.calabashmusic.com/#album_91848