Zahr (Italy)

BRAY JAZZ: Zahr is an ensemble directed by Turin-born pianist, accordionist, percussionist Francesco Turrisi. Focussing primarily on the influence that arabic music has had in many countries touched by the Mediterranean Sea, the ensemble comprises musicians that come from different musical backgrounds- mostly jazz and traditional music. Turrisi – playing accordian and percussion, is joined in the project by Fabio Tricomi on oud, and other instruments, and by the outstanding Roman tamburello player Andrea Piccioni.

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