Dance of the Hareem

various artists compilation - Dance of the Hareem

released in 1965

From the liner notes:

In the traditional oriental house there is a department called the "HAREEM" which is really the woman's quarter. This quarter is mysterious and romantic. It is full of beauty, charm, and music. This is all concentrated to provide for the entertainment of man. It is also the place where culture and learning are promoted. Therefore, to become a dancer in a Hareem you have to have a great deal of talent and qualifications. Your knowledge of poetry has to be extensive and to the same extent in literature and folklore and you must be a musician and a singer at the same time. In an evening of entertainment in a Hareem a dance is a must and the dances portray the expression of emotions and passions. The music for the dance is melodious, rhythmic and stimulating.

On this LP we have selected a number of excellent pieces of music of this type. When you have this record you have all the ingredients necessary for an evenings entertainment except the Hareem which we are unable to supply.

Tracklisting:

Side 1

1. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Dimashq {3:14}

2. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Awatif {2:54}

3. Chafic Hashim - Nadia {5:09}

4. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Najwa {2:56}

5. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Raos Al-Ghawazi {2:40}

Side 2

1. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Layali {2:52}

2. Chafic Hashim - Rabia {6:16}

3. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Mabruk {3:39}

4. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Tuha {4:48}

5. Ahmad Fuad Hassan and Al-Firka Al-Massiya - Samba {2:41}

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