American Jazzscapes of the Middle East - Artists
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Instruments: oud, bandleader
1928
Morto: 1988
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Song Title: Armenian Lullaby

Artist: Chick Ganamian

Year Released: 1967
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Song Title: Come With Me To The Casbah

Artist: Chick Ganamian

Year Released: 1959
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Song Title: The Whirling Dervish

Artist: Chick Ganamian

Year Released: 1968
Wikipedia Summary: Charles "Chick" Ganimian was an Armenian-American oud player and bandleader who significantly influenced the fusion of Middle Eastern music with American jazz. Born to Armenian immigrants from Turkey, Ganimian's music was deeply rooted in Middle Eastern traditions. He formed the Nor-Ikes Band in 1948, playing at various Middle Eastern venues across the United States. Ganimian's 1960 album "Come with me to the Casbah" showcased his ability to blend traditional Middle Eastern sounds with more progressive arrangements. His virtuosity on the oud, a quintessential Middle Eastern instrument, allowed him to introduce authentic Middle Eastern melodies and rhythms to American audiences. Ganimian's work was characterized by the use of modal scales and rhythms typical of Middle Eastern music, contributing significantly to the cross-cultural exchange between Middle Eastern and American musical traditions. His legacy lies in popularizing Middle Eastern music in the United States and paving the way for future fusion experiments in jazz and world music.
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