Brian Prunka - 10-19-2004 at 11:44 AM
Here is a clip of Simon playing his theme and variations (based on a theme by Abdel Wahab). He did a version with string quartet on Blue Flame and
with orchestra on his Abdel Wahab album. This one is solo oud. The sound quality isn't great, because it's a live recording.
mavrothis - 10-19-2004 at 12:44 PM
Thanks for sharing this Brian, it's really amazing. I think this is definitely my favorite version of this piece. It's so great to hear
the oud used not only as an emotional instrument, but also as an instrument with so many virtuosic capabilities.
mav
oudman - 10-19-2004 at 01:52 PM
unbelievable, simon is a tad arrogant, but still #1 
Jameel - 10-19-2004 at 06:30 PM
Thanks Brian. Wow!
sydney - 10-19-2004 at 08:48 PM
Brian , that was very nice and kind of you to share. Thank you deeply.
Simon is in full control , I do not think I have ever heard to such complicated notes. LOVELY INDEED.
Emad
Magnificent!
LeeVaris - 10-20-2004 at 12:09 PM
Its so great to hear this in a solo version! I have both other recordings and the oud seems so distant in those. Even though its a live recording I
think the sound quality is fine.
I'd love to get a hold of some SOLO oud recordings of Simon's playing! Saltanah is one of my favorite CDs but I can't get enough Simon
solo!
Regardless of how one might find him in interviews you can only be in awe of his astonishing musicianship and technique!
Elie Riachi - 10-21-2004 at 08:42 PM
Super Fantastic Simon. World Class. Is Simon the Andres Sagovia of the Oud!
Thanks for sharing Brian.
Elie Riachi
Faladel - 10-22-2004 at 07:59 AM
Hi all:
Thank Brian for post Simons play,unbelievable, great, and very big Palestinian- Sirian Risha.
Brian Prunka - 10-23-2004 at 01:58 PM
Hi people, I'm glad you guys like the piece. I took it down . . . so sorry to those who missed it.