David Dalle
Thursday April 26th, 2018 with David Dalle
Two solo live recordings: Portuguese trumpeter Susana Santos Silva, and Yemeni oud player Ahmad Fathi

Today's show will be centered around two exceptional live recordings of solo musicians. The more unusual is that of Portuguese trumpeter Susana Santos Silva. Solo horn albums are a rarity, and here Santos Silva gives us a fascinating 40 minute improvisation full of wonder and experimentation. It was recorded live in the National Pantheon of Portugal in Lisbon; the huge resonant acoustic space gives the trumpet a sustained and haunting sound that makes one think of Pauline Oliveros. A wonderful new release. The other live recording is an older release, but a stunning document of the Muscat Oud festival from 2006. We will hear some of the performance by Yemeni oud player and singer Ahmad Fathi. We will also hear music from South and East Africa.