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Eliyahu & The Qadim Ensemble

Mystical Music of the Near East

Biography

Qadim is a word found in both Arabic and Hebrew meaning 'ancient' as well as 'that which will come.' Their repertoire includes Arabic, Jewish, Turkish Sufi, Hebrew-Yemenite, Armenian, Greek and Moroccan music, celebrating the common musical and spiritual heritage of the region's cultures, while honoring the great diversity found within them.

Acclaimed for their passionate performances, Qadim is comprised of an ensemble of accomplished and acclaimed musicians. The San Francisco Bay Area-based group has attracted a growing global audience who are responding to their authentic musicianship and timely message.

Qadim was recently featured on NPR "All Things Considered" and are currently #7 on the Billboard World Music Chart.

Links

Artist Website

Artist MySpace (listen here)