Live in Paris 🎶 Irak / Iraq – Munir Bachir Maître du luth arabe / Master of the Arab Lute

This collection is a tribute to the legendary Iraqi oud virtuoso, Munir Bachir (1930–1997). Renowned for elevating the oud to a solo recital instrument, Bachir's work is characterized by profound improvisations and a deep connection to the maqām tradition. These recordings showcase his mastery and dedication to preserving and innovating within Arabic classical music.

🎵 Tracklist

CD 1: Concert à Paris / Live in Paris
Recorded live in 1987, this performance captures Bachir's dynamic interpretation of four maqāms:​

1. Maqām Yekāh & Awj
2. Maqām Nahawand
3. Maqām Bayāt
4. Maqām Hijāz

CD 2: Maqâmat
A studio recording from 1993 in Budapest, featuring:​AllMusic

1. Maqām Bashīri
2. Maqām Benjigāh
3. Maqām Mukhālif, Awshār, Sigāh, Sabā
4. Maqām al-Asīl (Invocation)
5. Maqām Rāst

CD 3: Méditations
Recorded in Amman, Jordan, in 1995, this disc offers a spiritual journey through:​

1. Du‘ā’ – Invocation (27:23)
2. Rajā’ – Imploration (12:51)
3. Al-Naqā’ – Purity (13:02)
4. Al-Mawlawī (6:57)

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