Muwashshah

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Qudud Al-Halabiya: The Musical Heritage of Aleppo

Qudud Al-Halabiya: The Musical Heritage of Aleppo Qudud Al-Halabiya (Arabic: قدود حلبية), which literally translates to the "musical measures of Aleppo," represents a sophisticated blend ...

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Muwashshah: The Strophic Poetic and Musical Legacy of al-Andalus

Muwashshah: The Strophic Poetic and Musical Legacy of al-Andalus The Muwashshah (Arabic: مُوَشَّح, meaning 'girdled') represents one of the most significant artistic innovations of al-And...

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