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Middle Eastern Regional and Ethnic Styles
Middle Eastern Regional and Ethnic Styles
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 - Extensive information about the culture of Lebanon and the Middle East, including a section on Arabic music.
- Written guide on how to play Middle Eastern rhythms on Egyptian percussion instruments.
- Contains sound clips and biographies of pioneer and contemporary performers from the region.
- English translations of the lyrics of 40 popular Arabic, Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Hebrew songs. Some are accompanied by RealAudio clips.
- Information on this genre of Greek music which prospered in the 1920's and 1930's. Includes discography, charts of rhythms and modes, and links.
- ASCII text renditions of Arab-style doumbek rhythms with MIDI examples of some.
- This was formerly known as the FAQ (frequently asked questions) for the rec.music.arabic newsgroup. Good introductory information to Arabic music.
- Descriptions, photos and players of many folkloric instruments, among which is the oud. There's a list of famous performers for each instrument, and some pictures.
- Features Arabic MP3s and streaming radio, song lyrics translated into English, and artist pages for Amr Diab, Abd al-Halim Hafiz, and Kazemel Saher.
- Featuring links to songs and music resources, sites on Arabic culture and entertainment, live TV, radio and newspapers. With MP3s, RealAudio and MIDIs.
- Numerous reviews, RealAudio samples, and news stories on Arabic music, particularly popular artists and Khaliji stars.
- A site focused on Egyptian culture. The music area offers MIDI and RealAudio files, and information about leading artists. Also business, travel, live radio, live TV, shopping, and history.
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