Burundi

1. Burundi

2. Impro

3. Solitudes

4. Pigmee

5. Djembe 1

6. Calimba

7. Didg 3

8. Mino 2

9. Canon

10. Milesruns

11. Djembe 2

12. No Parking

13. Didg 2

Burundi,Michel Portal,Stephen Kent,Mino Cinelu,Pao Records,Big Band,Jazz,Modern Creative,Pop,Progressive Big Band

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Average customer rating: Meaty, beaty worldbeat music with heartfelt lyrics in three languages Lost in translation If you like Sting ... This is such a classy recording A MUST HAVE!

Ya... Khadja Nin Manufacturer: Ark 21 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Sambolera Ya Pili African Voices Stars to Share Wonders of the African World ASIN: B00004ZDTZ Release Date: 2000-10-31

Tracks:

1. Mama
2. Embargo
3. Sesiliya
4. Turasa
5. Mzee Mandela
6. Damu Ya Salaam
7. Kuji Fondeya
8. Afrika Obota
9. Like An Angel
10. Kembo
11. Shadow Man

Customer Reviews:

Meaty, beaty worldbeat music with heartfelt lyrics in three languages.......2006-09-30

A native of the African country of Burundi, Khadja Nin sings in French, Swahili and Kirundi, lamenting life's sorrows and yearning for peace, unity, love and acceptance among all peoples. In a refreshing change from much "popular" fare, Kadja Nin's work is not only musically satisfying, but has something worthwhile to say. Her low, throaty voice is deeply affecting as she emotes life's lessons, perpetrated by the immune and inevitably suffered by the disadvantaged. A mother struggles to raise her children alone. The loss of a sister and husband are mourned. An already destitute populace suffers the effects of war and embargoes. And yet the music resonates with hope, love and humanity. The stunning arrangements of the songs are sleek and modern, while the sentiments are simple, timeless, sadly, as relevant today as in decades or centuries past. Perhaps if more world-stage decisions were made by musicians and poets and mothers, as opposed to posturing politicians, discriminating zealots and disrespecting men with little lose, the world might be a better place for the rest of us. But all that being said, I'd love this album even if it had the same old "want you, need you, gotta have you" schlock-lyrics that many other artists feel the need to perpetuate (or fall back on for lack of anything more substantive to say). The music is that good--with all the power, variety, richness of sound and evolution of texture that any world music fan could want. So buy this album--you won't be disappointed in any respect! Try also the music of Deep Forest, Loreena McKennitt, Jesse Cook, Sukay and Sarband.

Lost in translation.......2006-09-03

I am a big fan of African music and am always excited when I come across someone who comes highly lauded. So I was looking forward to Khadja Nin's "Ya" album.

Well, it surely didn't strike a chord with me. This being her first US release she made the big mistake to try to appeal to Western tastes (see the Sade and Sting comparisons that have been made in other reviews), regrettably sacrificing her Burundi musical roots.

It's an okay album but after listening to it this once, I certainly didn't feel to compel to listen to it again. Ever.

If you like Sting ..........2005-05-23

The orchestrations remind me more and more of him as I continue to listen. Beautiful recording.

This is such a classy recording.......2004-02-08

I still marvel how much music is still out there, unexplored and just waiting for the unsuspecting lucky listener to stumble across something as beautiful as this.

Even though sung in 3 different languages, the tunes will be easy for the western ear to adapt to without any problem, even as she stays true to her musical roots.

Melodic and heartfelt, this great recording deserves special attention.

A MUST HAVE!.......2000-12-15

Without a doubt this album rivals all my favorites! I can not get enough of it! The first time I listened to it it made me cry. Still it evokes emotions in me I do not even understand. Her voice takes you far away, the acoustics are phenominal! I was thinking of not sharing this with anyone, keeping it like a secret...a magic place to get away to, but it's just too good to keep to myself! Enjoy!

Average customer rating: The soul of Africa MUST HAVE, WORTH MORE THAN 5 STARS Excellent - but it's all on other albums A very inspiring voice

Sambolera Khadja Nin Manufacturer: Bmg Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Ya... Ya Pili Black Ivory Soul Djin Djin Balancê ASIN: B0000072KO Release Date: 1996-09-16

Tracks:

1. Sambolera Mayi Son
2. Sina Mali, Sina Deni (Free)
3. Wale Watu
4. Mama Lusiya
5. Save Us
6. Mwana Wa Mama
7. Leo Leya
8. M'Barik Fall
9. Sous Le Charme
10. Rosy
11. Bwana C.

Album Details

International Version of Very Sucessfull Album Recorded by Khadja in 1996.

Customer Reviews:

The soul of Africa.......2006-01-29

If you have ever lived and loved in Africa, Khadja Nin's voice in this album will evoke powerful memories of those times. Her voice is the sensual embodiment of humanity's longing to be heard and understood.

MUST HAVE, WORTH MORE THAN 5 STARS.......2003-09-22

I HEARD ABOUT THIS ARTIST A LONG TIME AGO & I DONT KNOW WHY I HAVEN'T GIVEN IT A LISTEN TILL NOW. ALL THE TRACKS ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD BUT THE TRADE IS HER VOICE, IT'S ADDICTIVE ONCE U PLAY IT U WONT GET ENOUGH FROM TRACK ONE TO END.SHE SINGS IN ENGLISH, SWAHILI & SOMETIMES FRENCH. ITS NOT EASY TO CHOOSE A FAVOURATE TRACK BUT IF I WERE "FORCED TO PICK" IT WOULD BE "SAMBOLERA', "FREE", "LIYO LEYO", "MAMA", "SAVE US","WANNA WA MAMA'. MY ALMOST TWO YEAR OLD DAUGHTER LOVES "SAVE US" BECAUSE OF THE RHYTHIM, MORDEN INSTRUMENTS WITH A EUROAFRICAN MELODIES ARE ALL HERE. THIS CD IS EVERYTHING ONE CAN EVER NEED.JUST PURCHASE THE CD & HEAR FOR YOURSELF. IF U NEED A REAL DEAL BUY THIS CD & ANOTHER ONE TILTLED "YA".

Excellent - but it's all on other albums.......2002-09-18

Khadja Nin's music is absolutely fabulous - sexy, catchy, soulful intelligent African pop. But every song on this album is on either "Khadja Nin" or "Ya Pili", with the single exception of Sina Mali, Sina Deni which has appeared before on a compilation album (United Voices of Africa).

Does this album really capture the best songs from the first two? I don't think so - I'd recommend buying "Ya Pili" first (despite the title, which means "second") and then if you're hooked (which you probably will be) you won't hesitate to buy "Khadja Nin" and "Ya".

A very inspiring voice.......2000-09-05

Kadj nin is one of the greatest voice of Africa, she has the most sensuel voice ever. This Album is her very best. Peace on Africa

Average customer rating: Drummers heaven

Drummers of Burundi Drummers of Burundi Manufacturer: EMI Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Les Drummers of Burundi: Live at Real World Drums of Passion: The Invocation ASIN: B000024ZSZ Release Date: 1999-07-15

Tracks:

1. Live at Real World

Album Details

Thirty Minutes of Thunderous Power, Pure Precision and Sheer Rapture from One of the Greatest Percussion Ensembles in the World.

Customer Reviews:

Drummers heaven.......2007-01-14

I saw them in concert recently and was amazed. The disc is very good but doesn't convey the thunerous drumming you get in person. Recommended highly however!

Average customer rating: This CD will change your life

Burundi: Traditional Music (Burundi: Musiques Traditionnelles) Various Artists Manufacturer: Ocora France ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00007JR0X Release Date: 1996-01-03

Tracks:

1. Chant Avec Cithare
2. Chant De Femmes
3. Ubuhuha
4. Ubuhuha
5. Complainte Avec Viele Monocorde
6. Chant Et Arc Musical
7. Chant Et Sanza
8. Solo De Flute
9. Akazehe Par Une Jeune Fille
10. Akazehe Par Deux Jeunes Filles
11. Solo De Cithare
12. Tambours Royaux 'Ingoma'
13. Suite De Cithare Inanga Avec Voix Chuchotee
14. Sanza Ikembe Avec Voix
15. Tambours Ingoma Avec Choeur D'hommes
16. Grupes De Tambours Royaux Avec Apples De Trompes
17. Chant D'enfant Accompagne D'un Arc Musical Umuduri

Customer Reviews:

This CD will change your life.......2006-01-04

What a beautiful recording! And it has been influential in so many ways. Those girls who sound like they're singing backwards have shown up as samples in so many things that I've heard that it's laughable. The drum ensembles were the basis of a whole English pop movement (and listen to Adam and the Ants and Bow Wow Wow for the usage that Malcolm McLaren made of them). And that guy on the cover! His deep instrument and his breathing song...worth more than any thesis on African retentions in the Blues. One picture...as they say. The new tracks added for the CD don't add so much, as far as I'm concerned.

Average customer rating: Wow Frankly, It's Not Too Exciting MYSTIQUE DU BURUNDI? IN#$%^ING-CREDIBLE Sacred Ingoma

Les Drummers of Burundi: Live at Real World Drummers of Burundi Manufacturer: Real World ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music World Dance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Similar Items: Drummers of Burundi Juju Music Planet Drum Drums of Passion Savane ASIN: B000000HP4 Release Date: 1993-09-03

Tracks:

1. Les Tambourinaires du Burundi

Customer Reviews:

Wow.......2007-03-20

I have this album on my iPod, but keep it out of the rotation on Shuffle since a 30-minute drum track sorta chokes the concept of shuffled music. That said, it's absolutely hypnotic and I have a hard time sitting still when I listen to it, especially on headphones.

Frankly, It's Not Too Exciting.......2006-11-05

The liner notes claim that 41 different rhythms are employed throughout this 30 minute drumming workout. I would be extremely hard-pressed to identify them, so I may be way out of my league in writing this review. But I happen to dig African drumming and this CD is far from the most impressive drumming I've ever heard.

I don't want to downplay the cultural significance that drumming has with the people of Burundi, but I expect your average non-devotee would find the proceedings here to be too repetitive to be of much interest (as might be expected). They do play with passion, but this passion is most evident from the enthusiastic cheers that are consistently interspersed throughout the entire recording and these yelps quickly grow tiresome. A steady mid tempo is maintained for the entire duration and the general feeling actually comes off more laid-back than energetic. Possibly the most interesting thing about this recording is the occasional singing, especially during a brief break from the drumming about 7 minutes in.

Clearly much is lost in translation from the spectacle of a live performance of these musicians who without a doubt display some subtlety and skill. So I would say this recording isn't likely to appeal to anyone beyond those who have a vested interest in this music or possibly students studying the culture of Burundi and its connection to drumming if not actual drummers.

MYSTIQUE DU BURUNDI?.......2005-10-06

I have not purchased this album yet, but I am looking for a particular track and I am wondering if it on this CD and I can't find a list of the tracks on this CD. Is "MYSTIQUE DU BURUNDI" on this CD? And if so, how would you describe the quality? Thanks! . . Michael

IN#$%^ING-CREDIBLE.......2005-02-15

I have to go with the Mighty Quinn here: this is powerful music, and if you're even looking at something like this do yourself a huge favor and buy it. If you like Gabriel's Passion, if you like Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, you will love this album.

Sacred Ingoma.......2003-06-06

I have not heard the CD, but I am Burundian and I have experienced Drumming both as a player and as a spectator. The best way to appreciate them must be live and visual, or if you cannot see them in the rare concerts, buy the CD and play it at maximal volume on a good sound system. It is thunderous like a polyrithmic waterfall!!!! One important thing to remember is that Burundian drumming or INGOMA as it is known is sacred. It is played at important national events, In the pre-colonial past it was the symbol of royal authority

Average customer rating:

Batimbo Various Artists Manufacturer: Playasound ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B000005G0U Release Date: 1994-08-08

Tracks:

1. Ubumwe
2. Akazehe
3. Pastorale
4. Impinga N' Abagenzi
5. Ni Iry' Imbandwa
6. Umve Mama Urumviriza
7. Rufuku
8. Imparata
9. Njandagire
10. Murabanza Muribaze
11. Ngorone Y' Abahinda
12. Umubu
13. Bigoro
14. Umwimanyi
15. Ngwiza
16. Yewe Sha
17. Uri Inyambo Burundi

Average customer rating: For Fans of the Film, or Sakamoto, a Worthwhile Purchase Absolutely Beautiful Stunning Sky The one and only!

The Sheltering Sky: Music From The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Sakamoto, Ryuichi | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Last Emperor Derrida Alexei and the Spring Bricolages Beauty ASIN: B00000DR6L Release Date: 1992-06-29

Tracks:

1. The Sacred Koran - The Sacred Koran
2. The Sheltering Sky Theme
3. Belly
4. Port's Composition
5. On The Bed (Dream)
6. Loneliness
7. On The Hill
8. Kyoto
9. Cemetery
10. Dying
11. Market
12. Grand Hotel
13. The Sheltering Sky Theme (Piano Version)
14. Je Chante - Charles Trenet
15. Midnight Sun - Lionel Hampton
16. Fever Ride - Richard Horowitz
17. Chant Avec Cithare - Chaba Zahouania
18. Marinia's Tent - Richard Horowitz
19. Goulov Limma - Various Artists
20. Happy Bus Ride - Various Artists
21. Night Train - Richard Horowitz

Customer Reviews:

For Fans of the Film, or Sakamoto, a Worthwhile Purchase.......2006-11-13

As with most soundtrack albums, you'll buy it because you really liked the film and want an aural souvenir of it. "The Sheltering Sky" certainly works in that regard. It even has the Lionel Hampton number used over the opening credits. Unfortunately, the tracks are not sequential, which lessens the souvenir value a bit, but it's still a good buy for lovers of the film or for fans of Ryuichi Sakamoto's music.

Absolutely Beautiful.......2005-11-14

This is a timeless, haunting soundtrack. One of Sakamoto's best, and thanks to a supporting cast of great music - this is truly a soundscape best heard in totality. Any fans of Sakamoto's work or even those who love movie soundtracks - you absolutely have to get this. Penetrating and atmospheric.

Stunning Sky.......2004-10-25

The Sheltering Sky is one of my favorite scores. The film itself is flawed but fascinating, and its score is one of its highlights. The Sheltering Sky Theme is so moving and haunting that it ranks up there with "Once Upon A Time In America" and "The Mission" as a brilliant theme music.

This soundtrack is hard to find but worth seeking if you love score music.

The one and only!.......2000-01-05

this Bertolucci movie was really beautiful and so is the soundtrack. It is simply brilliant & in my opinion Sakamoto's very best! A mixture of ancient sounds, slow strings, islamic chants and heartbreaking melodies, just BEAUTIFUL !

Buy it, it's a must! Rik

Average customer rating:

Africa: The Music of a Continent Various Artists Manufacturer: Playasound ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Burundi | Africa | International | Styles | Music Cameroon | Africa | International | Styles | Music Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music Madagascar | Africa | International | Styles | Music Morocco | Africa | International | Styles | Music Angola | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000AUUM Release Date: 1996-02-20

Tracks:

1. ANGOLA-Mona Ki Ngi Xica (Bonga)
2. MADAGASCAR- Fiainan Antananarivo (Dama)
3. MOROCCO- Akilal Sif (Traditional)
4. CAMEROON- Gloria (Bakoko Mass)
5. ETHIOPIA- Chant de la Region du Godjam (Traditional)
6. ANGOLA-Kamussekele-Malala-Nza (Bonga)
7. BURUNDI-Umwimanyi (Traditional)
8. BURUNDI-Ngwiza (Traditional)
9. BURKINA FASO-Burkina Doundoumba (Koko)
10. CAPE VERDE-Chiquinha (Jovino Dos Santos)
11. MAURITIUS-Dieci (Roger Clency)
12. MALAWI-Ndani Adula Mitengo (Kwatcha Troupe)
13. MADAGASCAR-Banja Malalaka (Mily Clement)

Average customer rating: Failed to arrive! Haunting Strains from a War-Torn Land

Explorer: Burundi - Music Heart of Africa Various Artists Manufacturer: Nonesuch ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Environmental | New Age | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Explorer: Zimbabwe - Shona Mbira Music Explorer: East Africa - Witchcraft & Ritual Explorer: East Africa - Ceremonial & Folk Explorer: Burkina Faso - Savannah Rhythms Explorer: West Africa - Drum Chant Music ASIN: B00006C761 Release Date: 2002-08-27

Tracks:

1. Yes, I Love Micombero
2. Bernadette
3. Bees
4. Shepherd's Flute
5. Walking Tune
6. Hall To Micombero
7. Bernadette II
8. Take Me Back To Mabayi
9. Warriors Of The Drum
10. Master Alois
11. Walking Troubadour
12. Praise For Micombero

Customer Reviews:

Failed to arrive!.......2007-05-14

This item never arrived. This is the second item included in my last purchase that has never arrived!!

I feel ripped off.

Haunting Strains from a War-Torn Land.......2003-10-02

For me, this recording is the most provocative of the Nonesuch Explorer Africa Series. Each selection retains an unusual distinctive quality that allows it to linger on the listener's memory for hours. The inventive and engaging rhythmic figures, combined with the peculiar sonorities, set this disc apart from other recordings of African music I have heard. The flute playing on this disc is simply phenomenal; the serenity evoked by "Shepherd's Flute" is remarkable. It is indeed ironic that such music originates from a country with such a tragic history. If you had to limit yourself to only two discs in the Nonesuch Explorer Africa Series, this one and the excellent "The Soul of Mbira: Music of the Shona People" would be the ones to get.

Average customer rating:

Complete National Anthems of the World - Volume 1: Arcadia - Burundi [Marco Polo] Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra , and Peter Breiner (conductor) Manufacturer: Marco Polo ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music ASIN: B0000069JE Release Date: 1998-05-12

Tracks:

1. Acadia
2. Afghanistan
3. Albania
4. Algeria (long)
5. Algeria (short)
6. Andorra
7. Angola
8. Antigua and Barbuda
9. Argentina
10. Armenia
11. Australia
12. Austria
13. Azerbaijan
14. Bahamas
15. Bahrain
16. Bangladesh
17. Barbados
18. Belarus
19. Belgium
20. Belize
21. Benin
22. Bhutan
23. Bolivia
24. Bosnia
25. Botswana
26. Brazil (long)
27. Brazil (short)
28. Brunei Darussalam
29. Bulgaria
30. Burkina Faso
31. Burundi

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