Sabreen
Sabreen | |
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| Origin | East Jerusalem, Palestine |
| Genres | Arabic Music |
| Years active | 1980–2002 |
| Website | http://www.sabreen.org |
| Members | Said Murad Kamilya Jubran Issam Murad Samer Msallem Odeh Turjman |
Sabreen (Arabic: صابرين); is a Palestinian Arabic musical group. Based in Jerusalem, Sabreen was founded in 1980 by Said Murad[1][2][3][4][5]. Their vision focused on the development of the Palestinian modern song, reflecting the humanitarian and cultural reality in general, and the suffering endured from the political situation in particular.[6] Although over the years many members have come and gone, Sabreen's original members were Said Murad[7], Kamilya Jubran[8], Issam Murad, and Samer Mussallem. The group is considered a pioneer in the Palestinian music scene[9][10] and has released five studio albums.
In 1987 Sabreen Association for Artistic Development was established as a non-profit, community-based organization specializing in the promotion of music in Palestine and combining it with different artistic expressions and forms.[11]
Etymology
The group's name is the Arabic adjective meaning "the patient ones", "people who are patient", or "those awaiting".[12][13][14]
Music
During the 1970s there were two types of bands: westernized bands that played western instruments and eastern bands that played easter instruments. Sabreen presented a mix that merged the gaps between the two styles blending elements of traditional Arab and Eastern music with international influences from Indian music to African music to American jazz and blues. Sabreen helped introduce a trend of committed music, or "Multazimeh", which was gaining popularity in Egypt with Sheikh Imam and Ahmed Fouad Negm, and in Lebanon with Marcel Khalife and Ziad Rahbani.[15]
The music's soundscape incorporated Eastern instruments like the oud, kawal, buzuq, and qanun, while also incorporating Western instruments such as the guitar, violin, cello, and double bass.[16]
The lyrics of Sabreen's songs are mostly by renowned Palestinian poets such as Mahmoud Darwish, Samih al-Qasim, Hussein Barghouti, and Fadwa Touqan.[17]
The group has released four albums with the lead singer Kamilya Jubran, and another one after she left the group. Each album was released at an important political juncture. The first one "Dukhan al-Barakin" (Smoke of Volcanoes) was released in the early 1980s coinciding with the Israeli invasion of Lebanon and the Sabra and Shatila massacres.[18] The songs included poems by Palestinian poets including Mahmoud Darwish and Samih al-Qasim, and style was rooted in folklore. Their second album "Mawt al-Nabi" (Death of the Prophet) was made during a particularly introspective period before the first Intifada, focusing on everyday life under Israeli occupation. This album was an act of resistance with a clear-cut message.[19] "Jayy al-Hamam" (Here Come the Doves), was released next in 1994, was upbeat, in keeping with the hope fostered by the now-defunct Oslo peace process. The fourth CD, "Ala Fein" (Where to?) released in 2000, uses poems by Talal Haydar, Sayyed Hegab and the Fadwa Tuqan (Palestine), conveying a sense of deep nostalgia and despair.[16] In 2002 Kamilya Jubran left the band and moved to France to pursue a solo career. Sabreen released another album titled Maz'ooj which saw a departure from the band's sound. The electro-infused album included lyrics by Said Murad and vocals by Palestinian actor [[Mohammad Bakri
Members
- Said Murad - Composer, oud, percussion, Kawal
- Kamilya Jubran - Lead Vocals, Qanoun
- Odeh Turjman - buzuq
- Issam Murad - Sound engineer, Drums
- Samer Musallem - bass and acoustic guitar
- Issa Freij - Guitar
- Wissam Murad - Oud, Vocals[9]
Sabreen Association for Artistic Development
In 1987 Sabreen was registered as a community-based NGO with the goal of developing music in Palestine. Sabreen plays the role of a music resource organization organizing summer camps, workshops, festivals, and training many Palestinian musicians. The Sabreen offices and recording studio are based in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem offering. It has served as an important cultural organization and taken on many important projects. Under an agreement with the Palestinian Ministry of Education, Sabreen has introduced a music curriculum into Palestinian schools.[20] Countless artists have passed through Sabreen Studios in Jerusalem including Tamer Nafar, David Broza[21], Bashar Murad[22], Apo and The Apostles, and more. In 2007 Sabreen launched the "Palestinian Eurovision" in partnership with The Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation and Superflex. This initiative aimed to enter Palestine into the Eurovision Song Contest. <ref.> WE ARE – SUPERFLEX </ref>
References
- ↑ Brinner, Benjamin (2009). Playing across a Divide: Israeli-Palestinian Musical Encounters. Oxford University Press. p. 6. ISBN 9780195175813. Search this book on
- ↑ Ralston, William. "The rise of Palestinian pop". www.bbc.com.
- ↑ "Sabreen Association for Artistic Development | Anna Lindh Foundation". www.annalindhfoundation.org. Archived from the original on 2023-05-07. Retrieved 2020-11-23.
- ↑ http://www.issaboulos.com/articles/Negotiating-The-Elements-2013.pdf
- ↑ "Sabreen.org (Sabreen Group Members)". www.sabreen.org. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "Sabreen.org (Sabreen Group)". www.sabreen.org. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "PASSIA - MURAD, SAID MOHAMMAD (-)". passia.org. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "Kamilya Jubran - Biography". www.kamilyajubran.com. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Smithsonian Jerusalem Project: Palestinian Music | The Institute for Palestine Studies". oldwebsite.palestine-studies.org. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "Palestinian musical group Sabreen releases new video Waadtani (You Promised Me). - Free Online Library". www.thefreelibrary.com. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "Cultural Centers". Enjoy Jerusalem. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ Dorian, Frederick; Duane, Orla; McConnachie, James (1999). World Music: Africa, Europe and the Middle East. ISBN 9781858286358. Search this book on
- ↑ "Death Of The Prophet, by Sabreen". Akuphone.
- ↑ "Kamilya Jubran - "Finishing a musical odyssey alone"". www.kamilyajubran.com. Retrieved 2020-10-28.
- ↑ "Smithsonian Jerusalem Project: Palestinian Music | The Institute for Palestine Studies". oldwebsite.palestine-studies.org.
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 "Finishing a musical odyssey alone". The Daily Star Newspaper - Lebanon. June 23, 2004.
- ↑ "Archived Copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2023-05-07. Retrieved 2020-11-23.CS1 maint: Archived copy as title (link)
- ↑ https://www.albawaba.com/entertainment/sabreen-provides-palestine%E2%80%99s-voice-arab-music-fest
- ↑ Kanaaneh, Moslih; Thorsén, Stig-Magnus; Bursheh, Heather; McDonald, David A. (7 November 2013). Palestinian Music and Song: Expression and Resistance since 1900. ISBN 9780253011138. Search this book on
- ↑ "Archived Copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2023-05-07. Retrieved 2020-11-23.CS1 maint: Archived copy as title (link)
- ↑ "David Broza - Bio". davidbroza.net.
- ↑ "Young Palestinian musician aims to change the tune of Arab society". Ynetnews. March 9, 2019.
External links
Category:Oud players Category:Palestinian musicians Category:Palestinian art Category:Palestinian singers
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