1.20 Bballittu [Instrumental Dance] - Pietro Morabito, Bartolo Ruggiero
1.21 Santaluciota [Song with Accordion Accompaniment After the Manner] - Candelora Calderone, Nino Sergi
1.22 Bballittu [Instrumental Dance] - Vincenzo Calamita, Francesco Iacona
1.23 Stanotti Cci Passai Malanuttata (Last Night I Had a Terrible Dream) - Angela Cucinotta, Giuseppa Cucinotta
1.24 Valzer [Instrumental Dance] - Vincenzo Demaria, Giuseppe Failla, Sofio Giardino, Vincenzo Matarazzo, Pietro Morabito
1.25 Carrittera - Sturnellu [Peasants Vocal Duet in Polivocal Style After "T - Salvatore Basile, Nunziato Collura, Alfio Greco, Antonio Greco, Giuseppe Longhitano, Placido Longhitano, Vincenzo Rio
1.26 Tarantella [Instrumental Dance] - Stellario Greco, Pietro Guerra, Filippo Guglielmo, Felice Pagano, a Salpietro, Giovanna Spadaro
1.27 Sturnelli (Pepper Flower) - Felice Pagano, Vincenzo Rio
1.28 Pasturali [Pastoral for Zampagona] - Benedetto Miceli
1.29 Tataratmartial Dance] - Angelo Nobile
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Sicily-Folk Music is a compilation of folk tracks released as CD on 23 Sep 2004. -
"Sicily: Folk Music" is a captivating CD that offers listeners an authentic journey into the rich and diverse folk traditions of Sicily. Curated by Ocora, this compilation brings together field recordings that capture the vibrant sounds of Sicilian rural life?featuring traditional songs, dances, and instrumental pieces performed in their original settings. The album showcases a wide array of musical styles unique to different regions on the island, from lively tarantellas to soulful ballads and religious chants. This collection not only preserves but also celebrates Sicily?s cultural heritage through its music.
Ocora is renowned for its dedication to documenting world music with exceptional quality and authenticity. As part of Radio France, Ocora has been producing outstanding ethnomusicological recordings since 1957, earning international acclaim for preserving endangered musical traditions across continents.
Since "Sicily: Folk Music" features various artists rather than focusing on a single performer or band, it highlights the stylistic diversity found within Sicilian folk culture instead of individual biographies or achievements. Listeners are treated to an immersive experience that reflects centuries-old customs passed down through generations?a true testament to Sicily?s enduring spirit.