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Abstract
This is a musical project that uplifts Palestinian existence and resistance by tapping in to the deepest form of cultural memory: folk music. Combining my investigation of my people’s music with my background in jazz, I set out to expand the folk tradition and hone a distinct voice on the trombone. This involved extensive research into the socio-political realities of life and music making in Palestine. In addition to my studies at the Berklee Global Jazz Institute, I worked with Simon Shaheen, master of Arabic music. During my time with him I created my own performance practice for the Arabic trombone. By the end of my year at the BGJI, I produced 5 tracks. Not only were they an authentic expression of my experiences, but my pitch for what’s next in this music. Through this project, I am not only preserving the folklore of my people; I am redefining the imaginary it should not continue. This is my philosophy and it is called Eternal Flame. It is not only how I perform and compose, but it’s how I educate. It’s how I will create new curriculum in Palestine so we can learn about the world through our own perspective.
Publication Date
7-1-2024
Campus
Boston Campus
Keywords
Palestinian Folk Music, Jazz, Trombone
Recommended Citation
Razick, Khalid. “Eternal Flame: Reimagining Palestinian Folk Music.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2024. https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-global-jazz/172.