Name: Mirage
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Description: A caravan travels across the lonely mountains and deserts of Central Asia. Taken from ‘Now Comes the Dragon's Hour’ (1999).

Mirage

from 12 For 12 by Grand Union Orchestra

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A caravan travels across the lonely mountains and deserts of Central Asia. Taken from ‘Now Comes the Dragon's Hour’ (1999).

lyrics

After the mountains
After the long descent through the tortuous passes
Now you the traveller
Now you the traveller on the Great Silk Road
Come to the desert
Here you will travel by night
Passing by moonlight and the light that the stars spill
The empty quarter where temptations dwell

Sometimes the night wind
Carries the sound of music from out of the desert
You will hear singing
You will hear singing on the Great Silk Road
High and alluring
Useless to stop your ears
Its thrilling sound is sweeter than wine from palm trees
But there is nothing save the restless sands

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from 12 For 12, released December 4, 2011
Richard Scott (England) voice
Tony Kofi (Ghana) alto saxophone
Music by Tony Haynes
Lyrics by David Bradford

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Grand Union Orchestra London, UK

Grand Union Orchestra is a multicultural world jazz ensemble based in London. It has been performing, touring and recording large-scale shows for over 30 years and is well known for its educational work. Grand Union specialises in large-scale musical performances that reflect the backgrounds of its performers and often invites participation from amateur musicians and community groups. ... more

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