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Music: Twilight: Reem Kelani - Sprinting Gazelle

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Powerful arrangements of Palestinian and Arabic songs from Palestinian singer Reem Kelani.

Whether backed by a cool jazz piano or left to soar a cappella, Kelani’s voice is a versatile and emotional tool. Here, she sings from her Palestinian album Sprinting Gazelle, including settings of poets such as Mahmoud Darwish and music by the great Egyptian composer Sayyid Darwish. Reem Kelani will be accompanied by the inventive jazz pianist Bruno Heinen.

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Leeds Howard Assembly Room 23rd Mar 2012

Music: Twilight: Reem Kelani - Sprinting Gazelle

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The Howard Assembly Room is located inside Leeds Grand Theatre

Leeds Grand Theatre is situated on New Briggate in the heart of Leeds City Centre.

The theatre is easily accessible by public transport. It is approximately 10 minutes walk from the main bus station and 15 minutes walk from the train station with many buses stopping in the immediate vicinity. For the most up to date information on local bus and train times, please check WYMetro. There is also a taxi rank outside the theatre although we recommend booking a taxi in advance, particularly on a Friday or Saturday evening.

Parking is available at various nearby car parks, including Edward Street/Templar Street and the St John's and Merrion Centre shopping malls. A limited amount of on street parking is available near the theatre is free after 6pm but this does tend to fill up very quickly.

 

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Lubna said ago

I attended a gig for Reem Kelani a year and a half ago here in Dubai. She was amazing! With her soulful yet powerful voice, Kelani managed to move the audience. People were singing along, and I even saw elders crying as she sang traditional songs from the Palestinian folklore, that date back to centuries ago. God bless Kelani for her wonderful talents and charisma. Wish her all the best with her future endeavors. Lubna

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Her voice combines the poignancy of Billie Holiday with the glass-busting power of Aretha Franklin.

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