Description
Master Musicians of Jajouka featuring Bachir Attar: "To The Pure, All Things Are Pure" CD
UPC: 0028946453629
MPN: 464 538-2
Brand Name: Point Music / Decca Music Group
Overview: Ancient Trance Music Meets Modern Production
This 2000 album, "To The Pure, All Things Are Pure," showcases the legendary Moroccan ensemble, the Master Musicians of Jajouka, led by master musician Bachir Attar. This recording is a potent fusion, blending Jajouka's centuries-old Sufi trance music with a contemporary sonic landscape, masterfully produced by Talvin Singh (known for his innovative electronica and tabla work).
The album captures the hypnotic, ecstatic power of the Jajouka sound—characterized by the buzzing reeds of the ghaita (oboe) and rhythmic drumming—while adding a subtle layer of modern studio depth. The collection spans traditional improvisations, powerful ensemble pieces, and a distinctive remix by D.B.A., making it an essential document of world music bridging the ancient and the modern.
Product Features: World Music Crossover Album
- Artist/Group: Master Musicians of Jajouka featuring Bachir Attar
- Producer: Talvin Singh
- Genre/Style: World Music, Trance, Gnawa/Sufi Music, Fusion, Electronic/Ambient
- Format: Audio CD, Stereo
- Release Year: 2000
- Label: Point Music (A division of the Decca Music Group Limited, A Universal Music Company)
- Manufacturing Origin: CD is made in Germany, Printed in Germany
- Inclusions: Booklet enclosed
Interesting Facts: Legacy and Collaboration
- The Village of Jajouka: The Master Musicians of Jajouka (Jahjouka) come from the village of Jajouka in the mountains of northern Morocco. Their musical tradition is thousands of years old, often linked to the healing rituals of the Sufi brotherhood.
- Literary Fame: The group gained international recognition after being championed by Beat Generation writer William S. Burroughs and later by Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, who recorded their music in 1968.
- Talvin Singh's Influence: The collaboration with British Asian electronica pioneer Talvin Singh was a crucial choice to bring a new perspective to the sound. Singh's production enhances the hypnotic power of the traditional instrumentation (like the ghaita and tebel drums) while keeping the music's spiritual core intact.
- Bachir Attar: Bachir Attar is the leader of the group and the son of the late master musician Hadj Abdesalam Attar. He has been instrumental in preserving and introducing Jajouka's music to a global audience.
Track Listing
| Track | Title | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Up To The Sky, Down To The Earth | 6:30 |
| 2 | The Truth Forever | 10:22 |
| 3 | Searching For Passion | 3:36 |
| 4 | Taksim | 2:50 |
| 5 | You Can Find The Feeling | 5:46 |
| 6 | The Blessing For The World From God Only | 6:47 |
| 7 | Jamming In London | 4:11 |
| 8 | The House Of Baraka | 7:37 |
| 9 | Above The Moon | 4:31 |
| 10 | The Magic Of Peace | 5:45 |
| 11 | The Magic Of Peace | 8:46 |
| Remix by D.B.A. | ||
| Total Timing | 67:41 |
Publishers
Copyright $\mathbf{P}$: 2000 Point Music, a division of the Decca Music Group Limited. Record Label: Point Music (A Universal Music Company) Release Year: 2000 Country of Manufacture: Germany
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