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Gypsy Voices: Music of Passion, Resilience & Joy
This week's Rhythm Planet explores the world of Roma culture and Gypsy music via Donald Cohen's new book, Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul.
By Tom Schnabel • • 30m ListenThis week Rhythm Planet features music from a new book by music historian Donald Cohen, Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul. The new volume explores the Roma diaspora throughout Eastern Europe, Russia, and the Balkans, featuring a 21-track cd, song transcriptions and translations, lyrics, and photographs. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the joyful, passionate music of an often maligned and misunderstood culture.
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Track List
1. Karandila, feat. Maya / Djelem, Djelem / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
2. Esma Redzepova / Moite Zlatni 50 / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
3. Kal / Ding Deng Dong / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
4. Saban Bajramovic / Mi Romnori Nasvalili / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
5. Kalyjag / Ushzyen Taj Khelas / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
6. Gabi Lunca / Suparata Sint Pe Lume / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul
7. Dzansever / Ki Zandana Me Kamerav / Gypsy Voices: Songs from the Romani Soul