Herbie Mann - The Wailing Dervishes (1968) Vinyl LP; Rufus Harley, In the Medina

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Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover has a few creases, light scuffing and a few faint surface impressions (front/back); small surface abrasion near bottom center of back. Heavier scuffing on back and deeper surface impression near center back. Inner-sleeve is original (Atlantic ads). Spine is readable with wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Developing split near top left. Opening is mostly crisp with signs of use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. The Wailing Dervishes
2. Norwegian Wood
3. Flute Bag
4. In The Medina
5. Armenian Lullaby

About The Record:

The Wailing Dervishes by Herbie Mann is a live album that captures the jazz flautist blending his signature improvisational style with authentic Middle Eastern sounds in a fusion that remains rare and effective even decades later, featuring stellar support from oud virtuoso Chick Ganimian, percussionist Moulay "Ali" Hafid on dümbek, vibraphonist Roy Ayers, and a memorable guest appearance by bagpiper Rufus Harley. Recorded at the Village Theatre in New York City, the set stands out for its adventurous spirit and lack of commercial or ethnic compromises, making it an early and thrilling example of what would later be recognized as world music influences in jazz. Highlights include extended, hypnotic explorations like the title track and In the Medina, alongside a lengthy, psychedelic-tinged take on the Beatles' Norwegian Wood and the bluesy Flute Bag with its surprising bagpipes. The closing Armenian Lullaby adds a folk-like intimacy through Ganimian's contributions.