Monika Jalili - and her Band

Winner 2006 Persian Golden Lioness Award Watch the 2005 Trinity Church Webcast Purchase the CD, DVD, or selected MP3 songs Join our mailing list ..... Be a friend on MySpace (see song list and back cover of CD) Monika Jalili: NoorSaaz brings to life the rich history of Iranian culture through its music and poetry. This entrancing selection of songs spans time and place; traditional Persian folk favorites stand alongside love songs from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, a time of great cultural change in Iran. Using traditional and non-traditional instruments, as well as lyrics in Persian, English and French, the artists of NoorSaaz combine their influences to present original interpretations of this music. In this spirit of exploration, NoorSaaz aspires to create understanding through an appreciation of the beauty of Iranian culture. The word NoorSaaz is a combination of the Persian words Noor meaning "light" and Saaz meaning both "creator" and "musical instrument." Click below to hear mp3 samples. (better with a hi-speed Internet connection) Listen to: Jaan-e Maryam Listen to: Gol-e Goldoon-e Man (Flower of My Vase) Listen to: Gol-e Gandom (Wheat Flower) Listen to: Daryache Noor (Sea of Light)