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• EarthMoments presents Hamsa Vol. 02 - Arabic Percussion - an exploration into the world of percussion and grooves from distant corners of the Middle East
• North Africa
• and Arabic musical traditions. Extolled for its rhythmic complexity and rich diversity
• Middle Eastern percussive traditions feature a variety of hand drums that form the mainstay of the practice. Included in the bundle are the Dumbek - a classic ‘goblet’ shaped drum with a deeply resonant sound; the Darbuka - also ‘goblet’ shaped
• and said to be a modern variation of the Dumbek; and the Riq - a frame drum with 5 sets of cymbals
• usually skinned with goat or fish skin. A journey into the esoteric
• these rare loops and samples will add an unmistakably other-worldly touch to any production. The bundle offers producers a broad spectrum of hypnotic grooves and unusual rhythmic patterns to choose from
• traversing a range of traditional styles. These include: Malfuf: Originating in Egypt and Lebanon
• this fast rhythm is often played as an intro for classical orchestral compositions
• especially created for a belly dancer’s entrance and exit. Tsifteteli: This hypnotic rhythm is often used for the sensuous movements of the belly dancer - such as undulations of the torso
• floor work
• or when the dancer moves with snake like arms.  Baladi: An urban folk rhythmic style
• a derivative of which is the Maqsoum rhythm - the most common rhythm in Arabic belly dance music. Karachi: Originating in Pakistan
• this is a fast rhythm commonly found in modern Egyptian and North African music. Pack Contents: 24 Bit Quality 1.86GB 108 Darbuka Loops - 80-140bpm 219 Darbuka & Dumbek Loops - 80-140bpm 156 Darbuka
• Dumbek & Riq Loops - 100-140bpm 132 Darbuka & Riq Loops 100-140bpm 114 Dumbek Loops 80-140bpm 152 Dumbek & Riq Loops - 100-140bpm 65 Riq Loops - 100-140bpm

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About the EarthMoments Hamsa Vol. 2 Arabic Percussion

Discover the distinctive sound and feel of the EarthMoments Hamsa Vol. 2 Arabic Percussion, a standout choice among Middle East.

Why Choose the EarthMoments Hamsa Vol. 2 Arabic Percussion?

• •Authentic EarthMoments craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of EarthMoments's respected Middle East lineup

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