Arabic Jazz

Arabic jazz is a vibrant genre that fuses traditional Middle Eastern music with modern jazz, characterized by intricate rhythms, microtonal melodies, and rich instrumentation. Emerging in the 1990s, it drew from the cultural heritage of the Arab world, incorporating elements of classical Arabic music, folk, and Sufi music. The genre's sound is marked by the use of oud, qraqeb, and ney, blended with jazz instruments like saxophone, piano, and double bass. Vocal styles range from soaring, emotive melodies to poetic, spoken-word delivery. As a cultural phenomenon, Arabic jazz reflects the complexities of modern Arab identity, blending tradition and innovation. It intersects with other genres, such as world music and Mediterranean jazz, but is distinguished by its unique blend of Arabic musicality and jazz improvisation, creating a captivating sound that is both deeply rooted and cosmopolitan.

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