Hypnotic drumming, brilliant vocalizes, and haunting modalities reflect a centuries-old art. The pieces here represent the modern form of an ancient tradition, performed by a group of Iran's most distinguished musicians.

Title from container. "First released 1974 (Nonesuch H-72060)." Compact disc. Program notes by Bruno Nettl in English ([8] p. : ports.)--inserted in container.

Dastgāh shur --(10:17) -- Dastgāh homayoun -- (7:36) -- Dastgāh segah -- (4:47) -- Zarb solo -- (4:55) -- Dastgāh chahārgāh -- (4:54) -- Dastgāh māhour -- (13:02).