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Follow on Google News | Afghan Artist Qais Essar Releases Second US album: Zima AfghanistanK. Qais Essar, released his second U.S. EP this week entitled Zima Afghanistan. The album marks a culmination of the past year, the trials and triumphs it has brought; personally and professionally.
http://soundcloud.com/ A CD release tour will begin in Montreal, QC Canada on October 30 when Qais will travel and perform for ten days at a variety of festivals, performing arts theaters and cultural venues. A US CD release party is scheduled in December in his hometown of Phoenix, Arizona. Zima Afghanistan, produced by Qais Essar and Eric Zang features eight tracks; each one highlighting Essar’s work on the Rabab, an Afghan lute instrument that can be dated back 2500 years. A portion of the proceeds from the album will benefit Women for Afghan Women, a non-profit, grassroots, civil society organization; Zima Afghanistan is available online at www.TheRabab.com. To receive a press kit, schedule appearance for booking or media interview, please contact: J. Carro | Artist Management | Marketing & PR 480.495.8924 c. | jc@marketingideals.com About Qais Essar Qais is a talented musician and live performer, carrying on the traditional legacy of classical Afghan instrumentation, as set by Ustad Mohammad Omar- the “Father of the Rabab”. Trained extensively in both classical and traditional mediums, Essar has been able to fuse the Rabab with both western and eastern styling, collaborating with many prominent artists and masters, covering the musical spectrum, performing domestically and internationally. "One pluck of a string and it resonates within the hearts of all of our people...It's such a powerful symbol” ~ K.Q. Essar About the Rabab The Rabab is mentioned in countless works of Sufi poetry, having then, and continuing to still ensnare the hearts of its audience, with its charming, and sweet tones, whether used in a classical or folk fashion. The pride of its people, the Rabab is carefully crafted from the finest wood, harvested from the mulberry trees native to Afghanistan with goat skin stretched across the top. With 3 core strings, 2 drone strings, and 11-13 sympathetic strings (tuned to the specific raga) and struck with a wooden plectrum, the Rabab produces a deep ambient timbre, deliberate; unrivaled. About Women for Afghan Women Women for Afghan Women organization advocates for women’s rights and challenge the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change. Women for Afghan Women also known as WAW is committed to the leadership and agency of Afghan women in the struggle for their human rights. WAW's work takes place within the religious and cultural context of the women of Afghanistan. There work is strengthened by our commitment to diversity. Our board and staff team includes men and women and a diverse representation of age, religion, ethnicity and sexual orientation. WAW is a resolute advocate for Afghan women’s human rights. www.WomenforAfghanWomen.org End
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