Tribe.net. Local Connections Chas http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/0c7c9ecb-b440-4b47-829b-2abb8675d7b3 2009-10-01T15:02:27Z 2009-10-01T15:02:27Z

<div>Hello – I am pleased to let you know that I will be playing with the Hossam Ramzy Orchestra on the 9th October in Bristol at the City Academy. This should be a fantastic concert featuring a line up of top musicians and dancers – it would be great to see you there – please follow this link for further info - http://www.hossamramzy.com/newtours.htm_bristol2009_info5.htm <br/> <br/>Hossam and Serena will be presenting two dance workshops on the 10th and 11th at the City Academy too - http://www.hossamramzy.com/courses/workshop-050409_bristolworkshop2.htm <br/> <br/>Cheers - CHAS <br/> <br/>From Hossam's Site : <br/> <br/>We are presenting a whole weekend of the spirit of Egypt. <br/> <br/>A LIVE CONCERT 9 October 09 with the world famous Hossam Ramzy Egyptian Orchestra enriched by the enchanting and dynamic dance images by SERENA RAMZY, the Naima Akef of the 21st Century. <br/> <br/>Plus guest star dancers <br/> <br/>Soulfully created music, haunting melodies driven by powerful rhythms and grooves from the heart of Cairo. <br/> <br/>Two Dance workshops on <br/> <br/>Saturday 10 October and Sunday 11 October </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Chas 2009-10-01T15:02:27Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/4b639ceb-8151-4047-a12e-18e6222d1999 2009-02-18T00:07:44Z 2008-09-16T16:16:22Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>You should seriously check out Hossam's latest recording of "Sabla Tolo 3" it's to die for. More amazing compositions and beautiful phrases, and of course exquisite musicianship. There's some wonderful mixes of Brazilian Samba and Rasta grooves as well. This album is totally a treat!! <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2008-09-16T16:16:22Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/0a12dfe8-2c65-4d79-b4b5-04765fa50e83 2009-01-30T02:42:50Z 2009-01-30T01:54:27Z

<div>Hey Y'all, <br/>Be sure to check in with Hossam's Homepage, I got word that he's got a fresh batch of killer Tablahs from Egypt ready for sale. <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 1 reply </div>

Eric 2009-01-30T01:54:27Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/f967f431-5edb-4ded-8a7a-256266346b13 2008-12-15T15:46:54Z 2008-12-15T15:46:54Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Today's Hossam's birthday.... <br/>Happy Birthday Hossam!!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2008-12-15T15:46:54Z Chas http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/0b78e130-80f1-437e-9e6e-5664a4112dc8 2008-10-16T09:46:38Z 2008-10-16T09:46:38Z

<div>Drumzy School of <br/>Music, Rhythm &amp; Dance <br/>Presents <br/> <br/> An Intensive <br/>DRUMMING COURSE <br/> <br/>For BEGINNERS &amp; INTERMEDIATES <br/> <br/>This is a course that will be specially tailor made for YOU. Your drumming will be assessed and analyzed and together, we will <br/>establish the best course for you to follow. In this course, you will learn to play various Egyptian Percussion instruments to your next level of playing following Hossam Ramzy’s world renowned drumming techniques. <br/> <br/> IN THIS COURSE YOU WILL BE LEARNING: <br/> <br/>· To play the following instruments: Egyptian Tabla, Duff, <br/>Req, Mazhar &amp; Sagat / Toura (finger cymbals) as a general subject, <br/>but your concentration will be on only one of them. <br/>The choice of which one will be your main instrument is yours. <br/> <br/> You will learn how to read basic music notation for <br/> drumming. <br/> <br/> All the Egyptian Dance Rhythms, their roots and how they <br/> relate to each other. <br/> <br/>· Other Middle Eastern Rhythms and their relationship to <br/> the Egyptian dance rhythms <br/> <br/> Various styles of Egyptian Drumming: CLASSICAL, <br/> FOLKLORE &amp; BALADI. <br/> <br/>· An introduction to the Art of Drum Solos and the Art of Drumming for A Dancer. <br/> <br/> THE COURSE FORMAT <br/> <br/> The course will consist of 12 x 2 hours classes in 12 months. <br/> You will be given instruction during the class and you will <br/> receive home work assignments to practice and drill for the <br/> following 15 days. After this you will be expected to submit <br/> your homework on DVD or Quick Time movies by email to <br/> Hossam for assessment, grading, marking and feedback on <br/> your progress. You will continue practicing for the following <br/> two weeks to work on the same home work as well as <br/> Hossam’s instructions and feedback. Then you are in for <br/> another class and so on till you complete your course. <br/> <br/>COURSE FEES <br/>The course costs £1200 (GBP)Payable as follows: 50% (£600 GBP) <br/>in advance of starting the course, the rest of the fees to be paid <br/>over 12 monthly instalments of £50 each. <br/> <br/>To raise the standard of an art form, we need to have an artist who knows what he or she is creating and how they can create it… Then, giving them the tools with which they can create, enhances their freedom to create. An artist who KNOWS and can apply his art, <br/>is a FREE artist…. © 2008Copyright Hossam Ramzy <br/> <br/>F.F.I. - visit www.hossamramzy.com <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Chas 2008-10-16T09:46:38Z Chas http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/46525bb7-2a70-4609-a001-4b1902357877 2008-08-04T10:13:42Z 2008-08-04T10:13:42Z

<div>The "Hossam Ramzy Signature Series". <br/> <br/>Here are the specifications: <br/> <br/>Height : 44 cm <br/>Width : 29 cm <br/>Head size : 22.5cm <br/> <br/>Shell : Cast Aluminum <br/>Inlay : Pawa Shell / From Abalone (Blue/Green/Red all in one) <br/>Head : Made in Cairo Standard Synthetic. <br/>Price : £300 GBP plus Packaging &amp; Shipping ( Approx £90 GBP to the USA / Australia ). <br/> <br/>The Tablas weigh 5 .5 Kgs each which is about 13 lb. And an average of 1 .5 extra kilos for the packaging. <br/> <br/>Hossam is accepting reservations for a Tabla. They will also be available online within the next week. <br/> <br/>This current batch has only 15 in it. come, first served. <br/> <br/>Contact details: <br/> <br/>Hossam Ramzy <br/>Ramzy Music International LTD. <br/>www.hossamramzy.com <br/>P.O. Box 265, East Grinstead, <br/>West Sussex, RH19 3GN, UK.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Chas 2008-08-04T10:13:42Z ignatius-tse http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/208936d5-47d8-4e1e-9d95-ffd2d1539478 2008-04-07T15:06:42Z 2007-04-24T04:11:37Z

<div>Just wondering if anyone has one of Hossam's "signature" riqqs? <br/> <br/>It has the same mother of pearl as his drums but has a fish skin head.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 3 replies </div>

ignatius-tse 2007-04-24T04:11:37Z http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/2f7d9997-ea7d-414b-98aa-f26cc7caf53e 2008-04-07T06:08:18Z 2008-02-27T22:37:58Z

<div>My brother paid for and ordered a Hossam drum last April and still has not received it. It hasn't even shipped yet. Hossam appears unreachable by email - his mailbox is full most of the time. Anyone else having similar problems? Its a lot of money to tie up for a year waiting with no response to weekly emails asking for his status? He's bought a Souhail drum in the meantime for performances and recordings - his old Alexandria wasn't doing it for him. Not trying to dog Hossam, but he's just really frustrated. Thanks.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 7 replies </div>

2008-02-27T22:37:58Z aziyade http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/4eb2d333-9c39-46bc-aa21-096f023041ab 2008-03-04T07:26:51Z 2007-11-12T22:16:18Z

<div>Hossam Ramzy's new DVD Bedouin Tribal Dance gives you full choreographies for 5 different Bedouin "Haggallah" wedding dances, and shows you about 14 different steps and step combinations that make up the dances demonstrated on the dvd. <br/> <br/>The DVD is 2-sided, PAL on one side, NTSC on the other, so if you're like me and you stick it in your player and get mad because it doesn't work, try flipping it over and playing the other side :) <br/> <br/>There are choreography notes available as a separate download (no charge). The notes are VERY handy if you want to break down the individual dances and if you want to see how the steps shown on the dvd fit the sections of the music. The DVD comes with an insert that has a very brief description of the kind of dances on the dvd, a description of the songs, and a transcript of what Serena says when she's teaching. <br/> <br/>FIRST -- this is NOT a dvd for beginners. Basically it's assumed that you know how to a 3/4 shimmy on the down, hip drops and lifts, one-hip hip circles, and you're able to turn around yourself in a circle and do very simple traveling steps like flat-ball. <br/> <br/>ALSO -- It's not "Tribal" in the ATS way, or Tribal Fusion way. It's simply ethnic dances of the Bedouin. No turbans or flying skirts or Melodias. <br/> <br/>The performances are in full costume, with a live band (Gypsies of the Nile) and feature Serena soloing, group dances, and Serena and Group. There are 2 basic costumes, but I don't know anything more about them. That's one thing I wish he had covered, but I'm going to ask him about it. <br/> <br/>Performances are lovely, professionally filmed on a stage dressed up to look like a wedding tent. Very clear filming, with occasional closeups. Very well lit. One performance features a men's "chorus" of dancers. I wish I knew more about this dance, and poured through the booklet hoping for some more info, but no. I think the dvd would have been more informative if he had included some cultural information. As it is, the dances are presented in the context of a wedding, but that's about it. As always, I WANT TO KNOW MORE!!! <br/> <br/>BTW -- this is not Reda style Hagallah and there are no peplum dresses here. Although the dances are choreographed and involve a lot of group dynamics on stage, there's no sweeping ballet footwork, or a lot of grandiose traveling around. It's really sort of down-and-dirty earthy dancing -- as down and dirty as you can expect on delicate Serena! <br/> <br/>The instructional section is in 2 parts, Slow speed and full speed, and each little step and combo has its own chapter. I wish there was a way to "play all" but I couldn't figure out how to do it, if there was. <br/> <br/>I'd start with the SLOW speed first, because that's where Serena explains the step and breaks it down. The slow speed instructional is slowed down to about half of the normal speed. This section is NOT taught to music. <br/> <br/>The first step and its 2 variations are simply stylistic variations on something most of us call the 3/4 shimmy on the down, or the Haggalah shimmy. I'm not 100% clear with the difference is between the first version presented and the B variation, other than one seems to have the characteristic twist forward and the other doesn't. ??? That seems consistent with what I've learned from other instructors, but I might be missing some nuances. <br/> <br/>A couple of the "steps" taught are really short combinations of steps. Nothing too difficult, but they move quickly. Another step just about killed me -- they're sort of a single hip circle with a snap, and you do them lowering yourself the ground. It seems like they're performed at lightning speed, and I can't get to ground with NEAR enough grace as Serena. Start working those quads, ladies! <br/> <br/>The instruction, like I said, assumes you know certain things already, but I was surprised at how confused I got trying to figure out even just the first step from her description. Once I realized it was what I learned as a 3/4 shimmy down, it was easier to adapt their descriptions. If you get the dvd and get hung up on the first step, switch to variation B and see if that makes more sense. Then you should be able to figure out the diff between 1 and 1b. I don't think there were really any other steps that were that confusing, but it always seemed to help to also watch the variation step and compare them. <br/> <br/>The full speed / normal speed instruction is really more a demonstration, since she doesn't talk through it, but the steps are put to music and you can see why she chose certain steps to illustrate certain sections of the music. Plus, on the slow speed section she will say things like "we do this to introduce this instrument" or "We do this to transition to the singer" -- and it makes no sense until you see it put to music. <br/> <br/>The choreography notes are GREAT! Provided as pdf files, they are very easy to read, organized very well. You can print these notes and follow along. <br/> <br/>The notes are broken into columns: <br/>Rhythm <br/>How many bars <br/>Part in music (chorus, verse, impovised solo, call and answer) etc. <br/>Steps by Serena (as opposed to steps by the chorus dancers) <br/>Starting foot <br/> <br/>The notes however, are useless without the dvd because the "Steps by Serena" section lists the notes as "Basic Step 4, hagallah step, basic step 6 with double speed Hagallah" etc. (Quite a clever way of making sure people actually BUY the dvd!) <br/> <br/>The notes are very nice too because they show you what's going on in the music: Rhythm Into, Magrouna solo, melody question, melody answer" etc. Last night I sat and listened to the music for the performances and followed along with the notes, and I think this would be a GREAT tool in helping you understand this kind of music. <br/> <br/>I emailed Hossam and asked him if he was planning on doing a series of instructional dvds on ethnic dance, and he said yes! WHEE!! <br/> <br/>In short, I think this was a GREAT value for $20!!! It's a beautiful performance dvd, a great teaching tool, and just a lot of fun to watch! My only complaint was that I would like to know more about the costuming and how the dances fit in the culture, but there's a lot of cultural information available on line. I'm hooked and now I want to know more. :) <br/> <br/>Thanks, Mr. Ramzy, for producing this! <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 1 reply </div>

aziyade 2007-11-12T22:16:18Z http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/c41a9ffd-4d1c-4d07-9f8e-077574130e39 2007-11-12T10:45:48Z 2007-11-12T10:45:48Z

<div>Hi Folks, <br/>We recently released our debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. Fair bit of darabhuka in there too. Just thinking it might be of interest to the folks in this tribe who like this kind of material. <br/> <br/>There's four full tracks available to listen online. <br/> <br/> http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa <br/> http://www.nomadiqa.com <br/> <br/>Have a listen and see what you think. <br/> <br/>Many thanks, <br/> <br/>Nomadiqa</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

2007-11-12T10:45:48Z Chas http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/8158a50f-26b2-4296-ab39-9cdf757ecfd1 2007-10-13T15:58:17Z 2007-08-31T11:15:29Z

<div>Hello - I have been asked by Hossam to pass on this information to all drummers - <br/>Many Thanks <br/> <br/>Chas Whitaker ( www.arabicdrum.co.uk ) <br/> <br/>Drumzy School of Egyptian Dance, Rhythm &amp; MusicPresentsThe Professional Drummers Course PART A by Hossam Ramzy Egypt’s Ambassador of Rhythm. <br/>For the first time ever, Hossam will be conducting a full year’s course to teach you how to play all the percussion instruments in an Egyptian dance orchestra &amp; the role of each one of these instruments. With particular concentration on the Egyptian Tabla, the singing voice of this enchanting group of talking drums. IN THIS COURSE YOU WILL LEARN:-To play the Tabla, Duff, Mazhar, Req, Doholla, Sagat &amp; Toura with techniques for each one of these instruments.-How to read basic musical notation for drumming.-Special technique for exercising and improving your skills as a drummer.-All the Egyptian dance rhythms, their roots &amp; how they relate to each other.-Various Middle Eastern Rhythms and how they relate to each other as well as to the Egyptian Rhythms.-The various styles of Egyptian drumming : Classical, Folklore &amp; Baladi.-The art of the TABLA SOLO &amp; the principles of drumming for dancers.THE COURSE FORMAT:The course will consist of 12 x 2 hour classes in 12 months. Starting in October 2007. With home work to be presented by you on video DVD within 15 days of each class. Your home work will be studied, analyzed, graded and you will be instructed as to any corrections or improvements for you to work on and present in your next class. Six of these classes, will be private, one - to - one classes, the other six will be group classes to enhance your ability to play as a member of a percussion ensemble. PLACE:The private 1-2-1 classes will be held at Drumzy Studio, East Grinstead, West Sussex. The group classes will be held in a studio to be announced when course participants are all signed up. Course Fees The course is £1000 GBP (plus VAT @17.5%) Payable in two instalments. 50% to register &amp; start on the course. And 50% on starting the 5th class. You must have and own your instruments. But some instruments will be available during the 1-2-1 classes.Only 12 places available on this course, so reserve your place early. For More Information on how to reserve your place, please contact us at: RAMZY MUSIC INT. LTD.on +44 1342 410800 Or write to drumzy@btconnect.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Chas 2007-08-31T11:15:29Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/b747003a-9622-42d9-8918-05347196b97e 2007-10-13T04:17:51Z 2007-04-12T19:08:55Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>I watched the DVD "No Quarter" today, the sessions with Robert Plant and Jimmy Page, and with Hossam and his Egyptian orchestra joining them. I'd always been a Zep fan, and I haven't seen this performance in years. I enjoyed it so much today. <br/>I loved the performances, and the musicianship was stellar. It was so great seeing Hossam in it of course, especially seeing him with my other heros, Page and Plant. Lots of great North African/Celtic/Rock mixes in this, nicely filmed and edited as well. <br/>Check it out sometime! It made my day today.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 13 replies </div>

Eric 2007-04-12T19:08:55Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/e694e62a-4c09-4bf8-94a3-a25faac16ff5 2007-08-06T22:46:40Z 2007-08-06T22:46:40Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>Mr. Ramzy can now be found on Tribe <br/>http://people.tribe.net/4a356185-297a-46ad-a216-3191b8b458b6 <br/>Is that cool or what??!!! <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2007-08-06T22:46:40Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/161f2af2-0980-4744-a130-16a54d5f3957 2007-06-10T07:12:04Z 2007-06-02T16:06:20Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Check out this percussion workshop that Hossam did in Holland. <br/>http://www.omroep.nl/nps/masterclass/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 1 reply </div>

Eric 2007-06-02T16:06:20Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/65dbc4ca-0a96-42ab-88c5-7b1eba7275bf 2007-06-02T16:03:45Z 2007-06-02T16:03:08Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Check out this great percussion workshop that Hossam had done in Holland. <br/>http://www.omroep.nl/nps/masterclass/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2007-06-02T16:03:08Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/2310bac7-98d4-4b57-bc9b-1e61e6fff407 2007-04-30T14:29:40Z 2007-04-25T02:20:23Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>Check out the photo album, I've added some cool new pictures.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2007-04-25T02:20:23Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/221a96a1-8235-4d18-ab06-339ea35c2ecb 2007-04-06T00:56:50Z 2007-04-06T00:56:50Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>A great record you should check out sometime is Chic Corea's "The Ultimate Advnture". <br/>Two tracks feature Hossam's wonderful drumming. <br/>I like this record so much, and I've been listening to it lately, and have been really enjoying the mix of acoustic jazz, Brazilian and North African influences.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2007-04-06T00:56:50Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/65a74722-2d03-44bd-84cd-d2d3bc060031 2007-03-24T13:12:00Z 2007-03-24T13:12:00Z

<div>Finally, someone put up a handfull of live performances on Youtube of Hossam and Serena with the Egyptian orchestra. <br/>Unfortunately, the sound is WAY out of synch with the video, but it's still cool to see them. <br/>http://www.youtube.com <br/>Just do a search for Hossam Ramzy</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2007-03-24T13:12:00Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/eaa5928c-6b5a-4331-b958-b5ed92646c23 2007-03-18T22:10:47Z 2007-03-18T04:12:26Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>I just listened to a wonderful interview with Hossam on Podcast, it's also available on itunes. <br/>The program director sent me an e-mail with the link. <br/>http;//www.artplusradio.com <br/>Look in the Performing arts section for it. <br/>It was very enjoyable, lots of good insight and info, with a nice retrospect of the wide range of styles that details Hossam's music. <br/>Check it out, I loved it. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2007-03-18T04:12:26Z CarlMillerPhotos http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/e59e1d9b-22f0-429e-b119-fd88c829c2a8 2007-01-13T18:13:16Z 2007-01-09T01:20:29Z

<div>I just got ahold of a copy of Hossam's new CD, Bedouin Tribal Dance, and it ROCKS!! And... the liner notes promise that a DVD will follow!!! <br/> <br/>We should have a review of the CD up on Mozuna.com in a week or so. But if you have't ordered this CD yet, trust me, you don't have to wait for the review to come out!! :-) <br/> <br/>-- <br/>Carl Miller <br/>www.carlmillerphotos.com <br/>www.mozuna.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 1 reply </div>

CarlMillerPhotos 2007-01-09T01:20:29Z Ruben http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/766de352-99ec-4040-b772-0edabf6ca85f 2006-12-17T19:24:37Z 2006-09-06T21:34:08Z

<div>man I got some bad news the other day I ordered a Signature Tabla from hossam and he told me when it was being made it had broken <br/>and that I would have to wait till october to get one the funny thing about it was that he seemed more upset than i did it just goes to show you how much he cares about his customers certainly a first class individual. does anyone out there have a signature tabla if so how is it!! oh by the way im a new tribe member and just want to say hi to everyone :) </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 12 replies </div>

Ruben 2006-09-06T21:34:08Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/76db179d-9608-47dd-bf29-cfeb0cfd9fbc 2006-11-24T11:12:07Z 2006-02-28T19:36:03Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>Some of you probably already have this recording, I want to recommend it because I like <br/>it a lot, it's very enjoyable listening. If you don't already have it, get it, I think you'll like it. <br/>It's Loreena McKennit's "Book of Secrets" and Hossam is featured on some of the tracks. <br/>Typically, he gives the best of himself to the music. And he's such a wonderful addition, giving <br/>plenty of groove and Arabic FUNK to Loreena's sweet vocals. <br/>I like her work, it's a wonderful mix of many musical genres that work so well together. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 11 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T19:36:03Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/ae7bc035-495e-462f-b5cf-612895721b15 2006-10-16T18:12:42Z 2006-10-05T23:23:17Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>Hossam and Serena Ramzy in concert with the Hossam Ramzy Orchestra, and featuring guest dancers: October 5th - 8th 2006 / 8:00pm - 10:30pm <br/>The Union Chapel,the Vestry, Compton Ave <br/>Islington, N1 U.K. <br/>Please see Hossam's web page for more details: <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2006-10-05T23:23:17Z Nihat http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/ccc644b2-9c73-452b-a906-eefc29457e8d 2006-09-12T10:15:20Z 2006-06-17T12:34:38Z

<div>Hello All, <br/> <br/>Hossam is giving a workshop in London early in August, there are further details at www.caravansary.org/workshops <br/> <br/>Regards <br/> <br/>Nihat</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 7 replies </div>

Nihat 2006-06-17T12:34:38Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/5b31d178-a5ed-4741-ac3d-aea49bfc910b 2006-07-25T13:23:06Z 2006-03-28T01:13:10Z

<div>Hi group, <br/>Check out this great "Baladi" article by Hossam. <br/>You can find it on Shira's Belly Dance page: <br/>http://www.shira.net/baladi.htm <br/> <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 3 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-28T01:13:10Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/d6c1992a-670a-4883-9811-b394f8a8f00c 2006-07-03T01:59:00Z 2006-06-30T14:14:22Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>A couple of weeks ago I got a copy of Eternal Egypt, the album that preceded the "Immortal Egypt" that Phil and Hossam did together. <br/>I've loved Immortal Egypt for years, and I like this record much better than Eternal Egypt. <br/>Hossam's percussion is exquisite and strong as always (of course, he's Hossam!!) but some of Phil's guitar and synth work seems like it's not much there, the ideas don't seem to take off like they do on the follow-up record. I'm still happy I bought the record because there's still lots to hear in terms of "sound" space, and texture in the music, as well as good examples of long, meditative musical ideas. <br/>I'm curious to know what the rest of you think in the comparison of these two discs? <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 10 replies </div>

Eric 2006-06-30T14:14:22Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/cac6a209-b059-4015-8d47-56f20f833a50 2006-06-20T21:23:05Z 2006-06-20T21:23:05Z

<div>Details and forms can be found at this web-site: <br/>http://www.flamingsands.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-06-20T21:23:05Z Pias http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/16dd0534-ce5f-4eb5-a483-4640084fe65c 2006-06-13T02:44:07Z 2006-06-10T13:31:59Z

<div>Greetings to you all, <br/> I had a couple hours drive last night in the car, and before i left the house i grabbed a few of Hossams Cds from the shelf to listen to...Listening to his music and hearing his very distinct sound has me asking the question. "what makes his music so lush sounding and big and extreemly smooth"?...... <br/> Its really like no other belly dance music that i have heard and even own in my cd collection. I have to think that perhaps he remaines in complete control over the entire recording production, including the sound mixing and over all quality of his work. Has anyone ever drummed along side of Hossam? <br/> <br/> Azziza remaines my all time most favorite piece of his. <br/> <br/>Pias <br/> <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 8 replies </div>

Pias 2006-06-10T13:31:59Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/345791e3-7316-4f6c-9459-16ba58278a22 2006-06-03T14:17:11Z 2006-06-02T19:25:00Z

<div>Immortal Egypt: Phil Thornton / Hossam Ramzy <br/> <br/>Whew! What a great record. I've had this album for years, and was listening to it the last couple of days after not hearing it for a very long time. <br/>These guys, and all of the other mucho/talented musicians performing on this record make this a spectacular listening experience. I'd fotgotten that Chalf Hassan played Oud on one of the tracks, this great Moroccan piece. Vocalist Mohamed Abo El Khair, has an outstanding performance as well. <br/>Hossam's percussion is always on FIRE, with plenty of outstanding arrangements and killer riffs, he's amazing as always. His tones and phrases are always to die for! <br/>I need to get the "Enchanted Egypt" that he and Phil did, does anyone know if a 3rd album was ever recorded by Phil and Hossam? I'd love to know. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2006-06-02T19:25:00Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/3971ab1b-9a2f-4ce7-98a7-8051996f8990 2006-06-03T14:11:26Z 2006-04-26T21:52:13Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Hossam Ramzy's newest release "Flamenco Arabe 2" the follow-up to the wonderful Flamenco Arabe the 1st volume. This cd is awesome, wonderful compositions and the usual incredible musicianship and fine taste you find plenty of on a Hossam Ramzy record. <br/>Like volume one, this newest recording is chock full of steamy Spanish music and full of rich, funky, totally grooving, hot Egyptian rhythms. <br/>"Jose Luis Monton" is the featured Flamanco Guitarist and he's smokin' as well as everyone else here. <br/>It never ceases to amaze me how fine the quality of production is to be continuously found on Hossam's records. The full range of instrumentation, the beautiful compositions, the arrangements, all with wonderful clarity, the production is of the finest I hear in any genre of music. <br/>I don't know if this recording is up on his homepage yet, if not, keep your eyes open for it, you don't want to miss this. <br/>Dancers, you'll love how this record moves! <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 4 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-26T21:52:13Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/94827c8b-3958-4c2c-801d-20f9c1cb2798 2006-05-24T23:45:39Z 2006-05-24T00:10:23Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Today I was listening to "Secrets of the Eye" what an awesome record, and as usual, the compositions and musicianship is of the highest quality. <br/>His music has such nice shifts and transitions going on, a wide variety of moods and emotions emerge from the compositions, making it such a nice journey to experience. <br/>What are your favorite Hossam albums? What do you like to dance to, and do you perform to any of his pieces of music? <br/>Drummers and dancers, what moves you most about Hossam's drumming and recordings? <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 5 replies </div>

Eric 2006-05-24T00:10:23Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/a4003256-7a92-4135-b560-2ef307c66d87 2006-04-21T01:12:47Z 2006-04-21T01:12:47Z

<div>Be sure to check out Hossam's homepage: http://www.hossamramzy.com <br/>for details on the upcoming Hossam and Serena 2006 U.K. Tour, featuring performances, dance and percussion workshops. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-21T01:12:47Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/e62c993b-79e7-4792-bcdf-5566071bac05 2006-04-18T13:48:50Z 2006-04-07T14:27:10Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>I've discovered recently from various dance tribes, that Habibi magazine is no longer in publication. <br/>I searched for myself and it wasn't showing up. <br/>I did find in word searches that Hossam did an article for the magazine in a 1999 issue. <br/>Have any of you read that or know where I can get a copy? <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 4 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-07T14:27:10Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/87d906d0-5fde-4700-aac0-4a01f5694544 2006-04-08T14:09:26Z 2006-04-08T14:09:26Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>One of my favorite recordings to listen to is Flamenco Arabe. <br/>The title says it all, and the musicianship and compositions are wonderful. <br/>Listen to Hossam's Riq playing on this record, it's spectacular! <br/>Because he's such a ferocious Tabla player, many are spellbound by his expertise on this instrument, and often miss all of the incredible details he does on the Riq. His accents, tones, and decorative work on this instrument is stellar, and it blends beautifully with the Spanish guitar, hand-claps, foot-work and fire of Flamenco music. I love his Riq playing especially on this album, it shines. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-08T14:09:26Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/897eee0e-c40f-4035-b857-2c9872156bfc 2006-04-07T02:48:52Z 2006-04-06T03:27:43Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Does anyone have a copy of the dvd "Visual Melodies"? <br/>And if so, is there live music/drumming in it, or is it previously recorded music? <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 2 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-06T03:27:43Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/f5dcffca-6a22-4a9e-9446-ee9559691aef 2006-04-01T18:10:47Z 2006-04-01T18:10:47Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Check out the photo album for some recent pictures Hossam sent me. <br/>Doesn't he look great?!! <br/>They're great photos too. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-01T18:10:47Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/26e1d1ec-9e40-4355-b4d7-c1f445df03af 2006-04-01T01:30:53Z 2006-04-01T01:30:53Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Hossam Ramzy signature series Tablas are now available online through Hossam's homepage. <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com <br/>Look on the main menu for "Ramzy Store" link. Then click on "HR Instruments" <br/>Check it out, it's an awesome drum! <br/>-Eric <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-04-01T01:30:53Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/29de3458-92ee-4807-a53d-b07a612845cc 2006-03-16T05:29:11Z 2006-03-16T05:29:11Z

<div>New Catalogue available online at the Ramzy Store: <br/>Music, Videos, and Dvds <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-16T05:29:11Z monkeyfeet http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/0897348e-92eb-4c64-ae68-05c82652c936 2006-03-16T04:34:49Z 2006-03-13T08:00:12Z

<div>I noticed that Hossam has a different take on maqsoum than I have come across elsewhere. He puts 2 dums in the first half, where most other places I have seen it with only one. I realize it is just a small difference, but I wondered if there was any signifigance to this difference. <br/> <br/>Matt</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 3 replies </div>

monkeyfeet 2006-03-13T08:00:12Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/d025e53e-c683-4e5f-960c-06c68c449ee4 2006-03-14T15:19:33Z 2006-03-13T00:00:48Z

<div>Hey folks! <br/>Don't be shy, let's get some topics going for discussion, I'd love to hear what people have to say. <br/>Put it out there about your favorite cds of Hossam's, or talk about a workshop experience you had with him if you're a dnacer or drummer. <br/>Let me know, I'm interested and I wanna hear!.... <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 5 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-13T00:00:48Z alias-sid-rumpo http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/d9a8aa5b-4df8-41bf-9630-7070a611770e 2006-03-08T19:30:36Z 2006-03-08T18:56:02Z

<div>According to the notes on one of Hossam Ramzy's CDs, when he first came to the UK in the 1970s he worked as a jazz drummer. Can anyone recommend any recordings of his work from this period of his career?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 1 reply </div>

alias-sid-rumpo 2006-03-08T18:56:02Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/e698241f-6e6d-49c0-8b9c-cbbfdb99a4a0 2006-03-05T18:33:08Z 2006-03-05T18:33:08Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>One of the things I find very inspiring about Hossam Ramzy, is how what he does, compliments other peoples music. As a drummer, he's my biggest influence. I love the work of many drummers, but no one is like him, he's in a class of his own. <br/>I love his original compostions, and what he's done with Peter Gabriel's albums such as "Passion: Music for The Last Temptation of Christ" as well as "Us" and most recent recording "Up." Also, is his work with Loreena McKennit, and Chick Corea's latest album, proves that music is universal. He brings that wondeful Egyptian percussion into many forms of music, and brings so much color in whatever he does. That's very inspiring to me, as I love to play traditional music, I'm also a music lover, and I love to bring Arabic, Turkish, Greek and Armenian grooves into whatever music I do with other people. <br/>What do you as a dancer, musician, love about his music, what does he do that inspires you, what do you enjoy about his music? I'd love to hear your perspectives. <br/>Feel free to post a reply. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-05T18:33:08Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/79761150-ed53-4b8a-b153-01b09edd9d7d 2006-03-05T00:16:21Z 2006-03-05T00:16:21Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Be sure to check out the photo album, I've added some cool pictures. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-05T00:16:21Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/97840a1f-6fd5-4d26-ad47-64852ce6bc73 2006-03-01T04:04:14Z 2006-03-01T04:04:14Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Check out the link for the Feb, March, and April 2006 schedule for Dance and Percussion workshops: <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com/ramzyhome/tours_schedulle_htm <br/> <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-01T04:04:14Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/5cbf5ded-e8ea-4ced-9017-9c5fcac36f4f 2006-03-01T03:59:12Z 2006-03-01T03:59:12Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Be sure to check out these very educational articles writen by Hossam. <br/>It's a three part article: "Been there, Done that, Read the Book..." <br/>http://www.hossamramzy.com/dance/dance_been1.htm <br/> <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-03-01T03:59:12Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/b75e80f0-e6ea-430b-95ec-afaaef352c86 2006-02-28T19:29:18Z 2006-02-28T19:29:18Z

<div>Hey group, <br/>Check out "Flamenco Arabe" <br/>This is an amazing record by Hossam, featuring some of the finest Spanish and Flamenco musicians. <br/>Naturally, the music is great, and Hossam's playing is phenomenal! Tons of great Riq work here, and is very inspiring as always. <br/>This album brings together the perfect blend of how Spanish and Arabic music compliment one another. Full flavor here, nothing watered down at all. <br/>What I love about so many of Hossam's recordings, is that he is always moving forward, he's <br/>never doing the same record over, and over again. <br/>This recording is one of my favorites, I listen to it often. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T19:29:18Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/3a9b7adc-b8d0-484f-8af7-dddd32d3fb25 2006-02-28T05:47:24Z 2006-02-28T05:47:24Z

<div>Check out this great interview with Hossam. <br/>http://www.pertout.com/ramzy2.htm <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T05:47:24Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/9ca6fa1c-4204-44f6-81c5-9e48f45d4d0f 2006-02-28T05:11:26Z 2006-02-28T05:11:26Z

<div>Please check out the photo section of this tribe. <br/>Hossam Ramzy has available for purchase, a custom, hand-crafted signature series Tabla available. <br/>These Tablas are NOT mass-produced, they are finely crafted by hand from Hossam's personal drum-makers, created to his personal specifications. With his attention to detail, it's assured to be of the highest quality. I've purchased one of these myself, and it's the finest instrument I've ever played. <br/>They are NOT advertised on his web-site, so you won't find anything there regarding the Tablas. <br/>This is a word of mouth thing, so feel free to e-mail Hossam, he'll be happy to give you all info and details you wish. <br/>Photos of the drum are in the photo section on this tribe. <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T05:11:26Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/d564c9e3-9b2f-4a1b-8b1d-426d7b2db603 2006-02-28T04:51:42Z 2006-02-28T04:51:42Z

<div>Plese see the Ramzy store at Hossam's homepage: http://www.hossamramzy.com <br/>There are tons of awesome music available for purchase, as well as wonderful instructional dvds from the amazing and wonderful Serena Ramzy. <br/>All purchases are available online through the homepage. <br/>Check it out!! <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T04:51:42Z Eric http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy/thread/b49f694b-427a-4b96-9cc9-3b0dc711b66c 2006-02-28T04:48:19Z 2006-02-28T04:48:19Z

<div>Legendary composer, key-boardist, jazz-man Chick Corea has a new album out. <br/>This is a splendid collection of new compositions of many moods and energy shifts. <br/>The cd is called "The Ultimate Adventure" <br/>Many gifted and trully talented musicians perform on this album, Hossam Ramzy is one of them. <br/>With a background in jazz, and a gifted musical sensibility, Hossam fits perfectly into these performances. <br/>He brings his amazing talent, excellent phrasing and taste to anything he gets involved in. <br/>Check it out, this is a great album! <br/>http://www.chickcorea.com <br/>-Eric</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/hossamramzy">Fans of Hossam Ramzy</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eric 2006-02-28T04:48:19Z