Music Of Central Asia

Smithsonian Folkways, in collaboration with the Aga Khan Music Initiative released a 9-CD/DVD set produced by Theodore Levin with Fairouz R. Nishanova in order to document the living musical traditions of Central Asia. This newly recorded, and GRAMMY-nominated series presents authentic musical traditions of Central Asia as they are performed today, featuring some of the region's most outstanding artists. From the nomadic and bardic cultures of the steppes to the classical court traditions of the cities, this series celebrates musicians who display a mastery of older traditions and also embody a contemporary spirit of innovation. Each release includes an extensive color booklet and comes with a vivid bonus DVD containing a series introduction, ~24-minute film, interactive glossary and map. Music of Central Asia Vol. 7: In the Shrine of the Heart: Popular Classics from Bukhara and Beyond isn't yet described.