Orchester Kurt Edelhagen's album Study On A Persian Market is a delightful musical experience that transports the listener to the exotic and mysterious world of the Middle East. The album features a collection of traditional Persian melodies and original compositions, all expertly arranged and performed by the talented musicians of the Kurt Edelhagen Orchestra.
From the opening track, "Persian Market," with its intricate rhythms and soaring melodies, to the hauntingly beautiful "Sahar," the album is a showcase of the orchestra's impressive range and versatility. The use of traditional Persian instruments such as the santur and the tar adds an authentic and unique flavor to the music.
The album also features several vocal tracks, including "Ghazal," a romantic ballad sung in Farsi by the talented vocalist Fariba Hedayati. Her voice is both powerful and delicate, perfectly complementing the lush orchestral arrangements.
1949: Kurt Edelhagen founded a Big Band at the Studio Nuremberg (Bayerischer Rundfunk) with members of the former Joe Wick Big Band
1952 to 1957 Kurt Edelhagen was the Leader of a Big Band for . With this Orchestra he became an artist of international regard.
1957: Kurt Edelhagen changed to "Westdeutscher Rundfunk" (Cologne) where he built an internationl Big Band.
Study On A Persian Market is a must-have album for anyone who appreciates world music and the art of orchestration. Orchester Kurt Edelhagen has done a remarkable job of capturing the essence of Persian music and infusing it with their own unique style. Highly recommended.