Music of Central Asia Vol. 4: Bardic Divas: Women’s Voices in Central Asia

(Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, 2007), 1 hour

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Field of Interest: World Music
Description: Sublime bel canto lyrical songs, the guttural recitative of nomadic oral poetry, lively humoresques, and poignant laments of unrequited love comprise this panoramic survey of contemporary women’s music from Central Asia performed by some of the region’s leading singers. 18 Tracks, 59 minutes, 48-page color booklet, photos, and song lyrics; DVD contains series introduction, 24-minute film, interactive glossary, and map.
Music of Central Asia is a co-production of the Aga Khan Music Initiative in Central Asia, a program of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, and the Smithsonian Institution Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. The aim of the series is to present leading exponents of Central Asia's rich and diverse musical heritage to listeners outside the region.
Content Type: Music recording
Duration: 1 hour
Format: Audio
Sub Genre: Song
Label: Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
Release Date: 2007
Subject: World Music, Music & Performing Arts, Central Asia, Ásia Central, Asia Central
Keywords and Translated Subjects: Ásia Central, Asia Central