The Astounding Eyes of Rita

by Anouar Brahem

The Astounding Eyes of Rita cover art

Dedicated to the memory of the Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish, the Tunisian oud master constructs a mesmerizing, cross-cultural jazz quartet featuring bass clarinet, double bass, and darbouka. The album beautifully intertwines traditional Middle Eastern modal melodies with the patient, spacious improvisation characteristic of ECM Records. It was universally acclaimed for its breathtaking emotional depth and deeply romantic, nocturnal atmosphere.

Genres

  • Chamber Jazz
  • Arabic Jazz

Tracklist

  1. The Lover Of Beirut
  2. Dance With Waves
  3. Stopover At Djibouti
  4. The Astounding Eyes Of Rita
  5. Al Birwa
  6. Galilée mon amour
  7. Waking State
  8. For No Apparent Reason