Sakher Hattar and Crossing Borders - in studio
Mick Labriola, Russell Packard, Sakher Hattar, Salah Fattah, Laura Harada, Tim O'Keefe, David Burke, David Stenshoel
MPR Photo/Mike Pengra
Jordanian oud virtuoso Sakher Hattar is one of the most significant Arab musicians of his generation. He teaches Arab classical and folk music at the Jordan National Music Conservatory. He was in the Twin Cities for a combination CD release concert and fundraiser at the Cedar Cultural Center, and teamed up with the local world music ensemble Crossing Borders for a visit in the studio with Dale and Jim Ed.
Songs performed: "Mahtiyali," "Samai Nahawand," "Aziza," and "Redaha."
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