A host of influences have converged here ranging from the ancient sounds of Indian ragas to contemporary hip-hop beats. The result is sometimes hypnotic and sometimes melancholic. Our ancestors had a much deeper connection with music than we do, on a spiritual and emotional level. I would like to reestablish that connection.

Crescent Moon features the mohan veena, a modern version of an ancient Indian instrument. The mohan veena, being a slide instrument, possesses the ability to play microtonally and bring out the true nature of the ragas.

1. Nada
2. Crescent Moon
3. BE
4. Saqi the Divine Giver
5. Inner Fire
6. Masti
7. Rise from Slumber
8. Turning of the Tide
9. Empty Cup
10. From the Ashes

Listen to: the entire album.

Release date: 2/13/2013
Abbas Premjee lives in California USA

Tagged as: Jazz, World, Instrumental Jazz, Instrumental World, Contemporary Piano, Indian Influenced

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