First review? Really?
4
By oh•vell
This is really some good stuff that has obviously not garnered the public's acknowledgment I believe it deserves.
The whole work beholds the beautiful nature of the african folk tales that it sought out to depict, while at the same time hybridizing the on-par beauty of the [comparatively] Western music of european traditions. Through whatever criticism this recording has apparently received, I think it shares a very good understanding of the cultures it colorfully illustrates, while also remaining accessible to the unfamiliarized listener.
It has a very sanguine and optimistic vibe to it throughout, while maintaining a serious undertone all the while... Reflecting an authentic and true attitude of many Africans, past and present. This sans-vocals music exudes an aura that feels very genuine and respective.
Overall a beautiful piece of music to sit down with, I would recommend it to anyone with an open mind to both African traditional folk music AND classical stylings - so, good luck, because those people seem so hard to find sometimes.
