Al Hamra is a musical journey that started at the moment I left Syria. The name of the album reflects a hidden intersection between two places that influenced me: Al Hamra street in Beirut, Lebanon, The symbol of pluralism and diversity, and Al Hamra castle in Granada, Spain, which is one of the most magnificent representations of the arabic cultural influence in Spain and Europe.
The music is based on three main musical directions, The Arabic music, expressed by the Oud, the Arabic lyrics and traditional music elements. The flamenco music brought by the grand flutist Jorge Pardo, the distinguished name in the flamenco scene, and the percussionist Sergio Martinez who twists the flamenco with groovy vibes, The Jazz music, introduced by the delicate pianist Albert Sanz through his rich harmonics, and the unique double bassist Masa Kamaguchi.
1. Al Hamra 05:39
2. Sacromonte 05:09
3. Schengen 06:28
4. Moonless Night 06:44
5. Sonbati 06:19
6. Dabke in Jaffa 05:04
7. Ajebto Menka 06:20
8. Badwen Jazz 03:27
9. Huzzam Taksim 03:36
Mohannad Nasser: Oud & Voice & Composition
Jorge Pardo: Flute
Albert Sanz: Piano & Keys
Sergio Martinez: Percussion
Masa Kamaguchi: Double Bass
