The Continuum by Ethnic Heritage Ensemble W. Fareed Haque, released 8 December 1997, includes the following tracks: "Ancestral Song", "From Whence We Came", "All Blues" and more.
This version of The Continuum comes as a 1xCD. -
Compositions reflect both African & African-American traditions, serenely centered one moment & passionately confrontational the next; feat. Kahil El'Zabar, Joseph Bowie, Ernest Dawkins & Atu Harold Murray.
Recorded at Riverside Studio, Chicago on March 1 and 2, 1997
Catalog number on cover and disc: 496
Catalog number on spines: DE-496
"The Continuum" is a captivating CD release by the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, produced by Delmark Records. This album showcases the ensemble's innovative blend of jazz with African rhythms and spirituals, creating a unique soundscape that bridges tradition and modernity. The Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, founded in 1973 by percussionist Kahil El?Zabar, has been at the forefront of avant-garde jazz for decades. Their music is celebrated for its deep grooves, improvisational mastery, and cultural resonance. Over their illustrious career, they have released numerous acclaimed albums and performed worldwide at major jazz festivals. Delmark Records, established in Chicago in 1953, is renowned as one of America?s oldest independent jazz and blues labels. With a rich catalog featuring legendary artists like Sun Ra and Magic Sam, Delmark continues to champion authentic artistry within these genres.