Classical Egyptian Dance - Essam Rashad
[EUCD1872]

Essam Rashad (born in Cairo, Egypt in 1935) learned music from his father in early life. In his twenties he became a composer for the national Egyptian radio station. Later he joined the Egyptian National Orchestra as a specialist of the oud (lute). This recording features original compositions as well as traditional pieces with a modern touch.

Track Listing:

1. Journey (Essam Rashad) - 5:12

2. Not any Love (Essam Rashad) - 2:57

3. Big Heart (Essam Rashad) - 1:44

4. Taksim in A Minor (Essam Rashad) - 3:25

5. Ro-He II (Essam Rashad) - 3:21

6. Menzaman (Essam Rashad) - 3:37

7. Entra (Essam Rashad / Alan Heaton) - 0:56

8. A Word (Essam Rashad) - 4:10

9. Pigalle (Essam Rashad) - 0:37

10. Gift (Essam Rashad) - 3:58

11. Lna.Ablak (Essam Rashad) - 4:37

12. Entra in F (Essam Rashad / Alan Heaton) - 0:34

13. Takasim Rast in F (Essam Rashad) - 2:31

14. Gazal (Essam Rashad) - 6:05

15. Streets of Cairo (Essam Rashad) - 8:15