Firas Zreik - Salute (2023)

Artist-composer, lyricist and educator Firas Zreik has performed and recorded across the world as a leader and highly sought collaborator since 2013. A sonic revolutionary, the Palestine-born New Yorker has transformed global perception of the Kanun. His treatment of the instrument preserves its identity as a vital part of the Maqam tradition, and stretches its potential as a cultural chameleon enhancing a range of fresh, evolving sounds. He views the Maqam’s improvisation-driven legacy as a vessel for unbound creative expression across musical styles.

Zreik’s music is honest and authentic. His nuanced approach translates the kanun’s resonant depth of emotion, with a mastery of microtonal soundscaping. Comfortable in both heavily orchestrated and spontaneous settings, he creates waves of layered expression and lyricism among his fellow artists.

Tracklist:
1.01 - Firas Zreik - Prelude to Salute (2:59)
1.02 - Firas Zreik - Salute (6:47)
1.03 - Firas Zreik - Samai Kurd (5:38)
1.04 - Firas Zreik - Bambi (5:05)
1.05 - Firas Zreik - Lost Tale (7:27)
1.06 - Firas Zreik - Sunflower Seeds (6:41)