Watch the official live performance of 'Azerbaijan' from the UNESCO World Heritage Committee opening ceremony:
: A double-reed wind instrument with a haunting, solemn sound. Sami Yusuf Azerbaijan (Live)
: A bowed string instrument related to the violin family. Watch the official live performance of 'Azerbaijan' from
: It was released as a single on December 28, 2019, specifically to celebrate Azerbaijan Solidarity Day for the global diaspora. Traditional Instruments Highlighted Traditional Instruments Highlighted If you are looking for
If you are looking for the complete concert experience, the album includes these nine themes: – Named after the ancient rock art site. Ateshgah – Inspired by the Baku Fire Temple. Nasimi – A tribute to the 14th-century mystic poet. A Dancing Heart – A lively instrumental piece. The Garden – Featuring guest vocalist Sevda Alekperzadeh. Shirvanshah's Palace – A majestic instrumental work. Novruz – Celebrating the Persian New Year. Shaki Khan Palace – Featuring mugham and ashik soloists. Azerbaijan – The grand finale.
: Yusuf directed an ensemble of 57 highly skilled musicians , utilizing traditional modal systems (mugham) to create a complex, narrative soundscape.