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THE

MUSIC

The Piyut Ensemble has been formulating its unique choral style, drawing inspiration from the North African and Middle Eastern traditions of liturgical poetry, synagogue melodies, and a free-ranging search through world music.

 

Searching for a musical and spiritual expression, that could be described as North African Jewish- Trance Music. The ensemble’s work in the last years was focused on songs that follows the traditional melodies and performance practices of the Tafilalt region of Morocco.

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Gradually, the members of the Piyut Ensemble have created their own original, fresh interpretation, based on a rhythmical vibrant circle of multiple voices and intense clapping.

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The Ensemble creates a unique polyphonic texture that is rooted in traditional performance practices, while simultaneously challenging its boundaries.

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