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Azam Ali, who was born in Iran and raised in India, also sings lead for Vas. Given her background, her attraction to Western medieval traditions (she cites the German abbess-composer Hildegard von Bingen as a major influence) makes perfect sense. After all, European early music was largely built on the Middle Eastern sounds and instruments brought home by returning crusaders. At times, Ali's vocals recall the great Spanish mezzo Montserrat Figueras, who explored the same connection but in a more earthbound, sensual manner. By comparison, Ali is an ethereal force, soaring white-winged and untouched over pungent period str
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Manufacturer: Narada
Release date: 30 July 2002
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0724381139028 UPC: 724381139028
Release date: 30 July 2002
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0724381139028 UPC: 724381139028
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