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'Ramal' is one of the sixteen pre-Islamic poetic metres used in classical Arabic poetry and this piece follows the same patterns. The work is rhythmic and lushly orchestrated, quirky and exciting, with repeated and developing motifs, making it a memorable piece. Composer: Kareem Roustom Performers: BBC Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Fawzi Haimor Recording date: 15 November 2019 Date of broadcast: 06 March 2020
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