The Flyways Composition

The Flyways composition follows the birds’ migration from Eurasia to southern Africa, using music from Russia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestinian Authority, Egypt, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa.

The work features traditional pieces as well as improvisation, and new music created during the collaborative process. Stunning vocalizations from the birds themselves also provide melodic themes.

The Flyways CD will be available in 2011, followed by a series of albums exploring in depth the traditions of the various countries. The Flyways composition will be featured in concerts by the Great Rift Valley Orchestra.