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Brooklyn Maqam Arab Music Festival
Friday, February 29, 2008
Many Americans aren’t familiar with the rich tradition of Arab music. The upcoming Brooklyn Maqam Arab music festival is trying to change that, with a lineup of local musicians playing in the traditions of countries like Egypt, Yemen and Tunisia. It runs March 2-30, at locations around the city. Dr. Kay Turner is from the Brooklyn Arts Council, which is sponsoring the festival; Ray Rashid and Samuel R. Thomas are two participating musicians.
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