Jamshied Sharifi – A Prayer For The Soul Of Layla (CD, Album, Slipcase, 1997, Alula Records)

Why This CD Matters
A Prayer For The Soul Of Layla blends Persian and Middle Eastern influences with ambient synthesizers, layered percussion, flute, harp, bass, vocals, and contemporary production. Composer and arranger Jamshied Sharifi creates a cinematic cross-cultural sound supported by Skúli Sverrisson, Ole Mathisen, Benjamin Wittman, Simone Haggiag, and Cyril Atef.

Collector Note
This 1997 US Alula Records edition carries catalog number ALU-1005 and includes its original slipcover. The album was recorded and mixed at D.K. USA Studios in New York City, produced by Akira Satake, and mastered by Rick Rowe at Mediaforce.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: Near Mint
Case: VG+ with light wear; will be replaced if cracked
Booklet: VG+ with light wear
Slipcover: VG with visible wear

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album, Slipcase
Label: Alula Records
Catalog Number: ALU-1005
Country: US
Year: 1997
Genre: Folk, World, & Country
Style: Persian Classical, Neofolk, Tribal, Ambient

Matrix / Runout
156231-2C1-7198-A ALU1005

Tracklist
Tariqat – 4:57
Anahita Will Sustain You – 3:31
One Who Plants A Tree – 4:04
Ammeh Kimia – 3:05
Bid-e Majnun – 2:30
Through The Veil – 5:08
The Art Of Remembering – 4:03
The Salt Road – 3:47
Ma'na – 4:28
Karaj – 4:02
March Into Dreaming – 4:13
A Prayer For The Soul Of Layla – 3:18

Shipping & Handling
CD cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Ships in protective CD bag.
Case replaced with new case if cracked.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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