Poem by Ibn Zamrak.
Alhambra (14th Century)
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The Arabic domination
over Al-Andalus (711-1492) implanted in the region many
political, social and economic changes as well as innovations
in science and art and generally new ways of living. After
more than seven centuries of cohabitation, its influence
on the music could not be a coincidence. A clear example
of this can be found in the parallel between the modulations
and the melismas of flamenco such as tonas and seguiriyas
and the Muslim praying calls as well as the rhythm from
both banks.
