Elana Sasson & Golestan Ensemble – Golestan (Elana Sasson, 2024)
Elana Sasson & Golestan Ensemble’s album Golestan presents an alluring fusion of Eastern and Western influences. Notably, the group is spearheaded by the remarkable vocalist and saz player, Elana Sasson. Grounded in the traditional music of Iran and Mesopotamia, the ensemble’s sound is an elegant, immersive and gracefully crafted mix of Middle Eastern melodies, Latin rhythms, and chamber harmonies.
Through Golestan, Elana and her ensemble craft music that transcends boundaries, drawing on their diverse backgrounds to create something universally profound.
Within Golestan, listeners will encounter a rich array of woodwinds, strings ad percussion, seamlessly weaving together Eastern and Western motifs. Yet, amidst this intricate interplay, Elana’s voice emerges as the guiding force, infusing each track with an unmistakable vitality.
The Ensemble invite listeners into a world of boundless beauty and emotions, where tradition and innovation converge in perfect harmony.
Musicians: Elana Sasson on vocals and saz; Hadar Noiberg on flute; Mayu Shviro on cello; David Michaeli on bass; Amir Bar Akiva on drums; Joca Perpignon on percussion; Jonathan Hadas on clarinet; and Joe Taylor on guitar.
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Author: Sonia Keller
