Raqs-al-Janūb is an instrumental piece for a traditional takht ensemble composed by Issa Boulos. The piece is constructed in a hybrid fashion, blending maqām and Byzantine modes. It follows the dūr hindī rhythm. The piece in the "Shams u Hawa" (Sunny and Breezy) album. There are also several arrangements of it.
The purchase price includes all parts and the score. The piece is also available in several other arrangements with different instrumentation.
Raqs-al-Janūb (Dance of the South)
Music: Issa Boulos
Genre/Style: Maqām / Byzantine Modes
Difficulty: 4
Instrumentation: takht ensemble, Bb instruments, Viola, Cello, and Bass.
Publisher: Aria Music Publications
Region: Middle East
Country: Palestine
Click here for the "Shams u Hawa" (Sunny and Breezy) album.