Classical Music of Iran, Volume One: Dastgah Systems
by Unknown
- Type: Album
- Released: 1966
- Label: Folkways
- Country: Iran
- Length: 44:22
- Community rating: 3.49/5 from 2 ratings
Album Notes & Community Reviews
An essential ethnomusicological document, this release details the intricate Dastgah systems that form the foundation of Persian classical music. The hypnotic, microtonal acoustic improvisations offer profound insight into the region's ancient and highly structured melodic traditions.
Genres
Descriptors: improvisation, microtonal, acoustic, melodic
Tracklist
- Dastgah Of Mahour (9:18)
- Avaz Of Esfahan (7:33)
- Avaz Of Afshari (3:10)
- Dastgah Of Shour (10:51)
- Dastgah Of Chahrgah (4:42)
- Dastgah Of Homayoun (4:24)
- Drum Solo (4:24)
Credits
- Various - primary artist