A lively and captivating album by Ethiopian writer and performer Gabriella Ghermandi. The project takes as their symbol Emperor Tewodros II of Ethiopia (1818 - 1868), who was not of royal lineage but took the throne by sheer charisma and will power and united the country. With a mix of Ethiopian traditional and modern instruments the group presents a unique and interesting sound based on traditional Ethiopian pentatonic scales.

Artists

Gabriella Ghermandi (vocals), Yohannes Afework (washint flute), Endris Hassan (masinko), Michele Giuliani (piano), Marcello Piarulli (bass guitar), Fasika Hailu (krar), Cesare Pastanella (percussion), Mesale Legesse (drum), Rossella Giovannelli (vocals), Mesa Ameme (vocals), Aklilu Zewdie (vocals), Alberto Maurizi (percussion), Cesare Pastanella (drums), Mesale Legesse (percussion)