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Zambra Gitana

from Cuerdas Cubanas by Toomai String Quintet

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Composed by Ernesto Lecuona (1896–1963)
Arranged by Andrew Roitstein

Like “Gitanerías,” Lecuona's "Zambra Gitana" also draws inspiration from Spanish Roma traditions. The zambra is a dance that has ancient origins in Moorish Spain; modern flamenco performers often incorporate the this barefooted art form into their repertoire.

Throughout Toomai’s arrangement, the members of the ensemble trade off playing the main melody—as if they are one-upping each other with a sense of drama and virtuosity.

Listen to Lecuona play "Zambra Gitana" on piano: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uymCTjFyrYQ

Learn more about the origins of the Zambra by visiting these websites:
--Zambra Mora by Dondi Dahlin: issuu.com/dondidahlin/docs/zambramora
--Oasisgranada.com—The Traditional Flamenco of Granada: oasisgranada.com/traditional-flamenco-granada-zambra-gitana/

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from Cuerdas Cubanas, track released June 10, 2018
Composed by Ernesto Lecuona
Arranged by Andrew Roitstein

Recorded and edited by Ryan Streber at Oktaven Audio
Mastered by Nate Wood at Kerseboom Mastering

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Toomai String Quintet New York, New York

The Toomai String Quintet​ is an ensemble devoted to playing a variety of musical styles from around the world and
illuminating them through interactive concerts. The award-winning group has been engaging
audiences across the US for over a decade, performing concerts and workshops in collaboration with
presenters such as Carnegie Hall, Midori and Friends, 92nd Street Y, and The Juilliard School.
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