Songs of Exile, Volume II: Credos & Convictions

by The Naghash Ensemble

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This CD comes with a gorgeous book containing essays about Mkrtich Naghash’s work, the becoming of The Naghash Ensemble, and texts of the poems in four languages (English, Armenian, German & French).

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	1.	Meditation on Greed and Poverty 10:43
	2.	If in This World by Sin You Wander 11:07
	3.	On the Vanity of This World 07:39
	4.	Futile Judgment 05:42
	5.	Passing is the Glory of This World 06:15
	6.	Ode to Weddings and Human Happiness 06:34

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“A stunning discovery; Armenia's most fascinating vocalists join forces with virtuosic instrumentalists on duduk, oud, dhol, and piano.” — Bayerischer Rundfunk

“An enchanting elixir of sounds based on new Armenian folk and centuries-old poetry” — KEXP

The Naghash Ensemble’s second record is a feast of rhythm, energy, and color. “Credos & Convictions” combines the heart and soul of traditional Armenian music with new classical music and the unbridled energy of jazz and rock. Oud and dhol are the driving force of the ensemble along with zurna, dumbek, piano, and the bewitching voices of three of Armenia’s finest vocal soloists for music that is both traditional and contemporary.

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released November 1, 2016

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The Naghash Ensemble Yerevan, Armenia

"The sound of ancient Armenia reinvented for the 21st century"—Tigran Mansurian

The Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism, and the energy of jazz and rock. ... more