"Peninsular" blends the virtually unexplored rhythms of the Arabian Peninsula with the frameworks of African-American jazz.
The music of the Khaleej (common term used to describe the Arabian Gulf) is famous for its laid-back feel and distinguished sense of swing - a trait not found in the music of the rest of the Middle East. 
In "Peninsular", Tarek experiments with the use of “quarter tones” in a rich harmonic context. Tarek plays on both, acoustic piano and electric keyboard with the latter being programmed to play the quarter tones found in Arabic maqam, giving the compositions an added dimension. 

Tarek Yamani: Piano, Quarter Tone Keyboard
Elie Afif: Acoustic Bass
Khaled Yassine: Drums
Wahid Mubarak: Percussion
Ahmad Abdel Rahim: Percussion
Adil Abdallah: Guest Vocals

Produced by Tarek Yamani
Recorded in Dubai and Doha
Mixed & Mastered in New York City

Cover art: Alien Technology by Monira Al Qadiri

Commissioned by the Abu Dhabi Festival

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Tarek Yamani: Piano
Petros Klampanis: Bass
John Davis: Drums
Produced by Tarek Yamani
Recorded at Lofish Studios, NYC
Mixed & Mastered by David Darlington at Bass Hit Studios, NYC