Safa - Alight (2002) [Hi-Res]

"The fact that these three players have conjoined so effectively to realize this project reflects a fundamental attribute of good music everywhere ... the bonus is that we get to share the experience as well."
- All About Jazz

"... it's a pleasant surprise to hear how well these three interact and communicate ... all three musicians have special moments ... terrific sound quality, gorgeous songs and rapturous interplay (make) Alight stand out."

Alight from Vancouver-based Safa embraces the open, improvisational approach and energy of jazz, largely based in Persian idioms with an exuberant modern edge to complement the old world’s passion and melancholy. From an improvised dialogue for clarinet and kulintang, a Philippine gong row, to arrangements of four Sufi poems sung in Persian, Safa displays a love of musical exploration and expression that transcends cultures.

Tracklist:
01. Safa - Chahar Mezrab
02. Safa - Sufinameh
03. Safa - Navae
04. Safa - Shadi
05. Safa - Whisper of Love
06. Safa - Ninavae
07. Safa - Drunk
08. Safa - Nihawend Lunga
09. Safa - Aurora
10. Safa - Saghinameh
11. Safa - Epilogue