Phil Thornton & Hossam Ramzy
Enchanted Egypt (CD)

NWCD557

Phil Thornton and Hossam Ramzy embark upon yet another flavoursome excursion into the enticing land of the Pharaohs. Egypt's mysticism is captured wonderfully throughout this journey of Middle Eastern culture, with light, floating melodies, exuberant tribal percussion and Thornton's masterful arrangements setting the tone. Following in the tradition of their previous albums Eternal Egypt and Immortal Egypt, Phil and Hossam have returned to Cairo to create a new celebration of Egypt's enchanting musical landscape. From the earthy sounds of the desert Gypsies to the sophistication of contemporary Middle Eastern music, virtuoso performances from some of Egypt's most acclaimed musicians are joined with Phil and Hossam's distinctive styles to create a uniquely captivating listening experience.

Track listing:

1.Apostles Of The Interface (5:59)
2.On The Desert Road To Alexandria (3:36)
3.Zaiellas (6:03)
4.Enchanted Egypt 1 (5:42)
5.Enchanted Egypt 2 (4:07)
6.Ali Mama (5:08)
7.From Memphis To Heliopolis (6:11)
8.Nefertari’s Dream (7:31)
9.At The Temple Of Rameses The Great (4:47)
10.El Fayadaan (6:52)
11.On The Transit Of Venus (5:37)
Musicians:
•Phil Thornton - E-bow guitar, lead guitar, vocoder, percussion, didgeridoo, chicken flute and tibetan singing bowls.
•Hossam Ramzy - Egyptian percussion (tabla, doholla, duffs, reque, finger cymbals) Electronic percussion (octapad)
•Prof. Maged Serour - Qanun
•Shebl Abdalla - Magrouna/Mizmar
•Mohamed Naiem - Nay/Kawala
•Reda Sobhy - Rebaba
•Said Kamal - Violin
•Osama El Hendy - Accordion
•Hazem Shaheen - Aud
•Grant Young - Fretless bass

Published: 2004

Genre: Arabian & Belly Dance & Turkish
Label: New World Music