عشر ذي الحجة

عشر ذي الحجة defies easy categorization. Yes, it's labeled classical, but this Tunisian station blends Western orchestral staples with the intricate maqam of Arab classical music. One moment you're immersed in Mozart's Requiem, the next you're swept away by Oum Kalthoum's haunting vocal lines. The programming avoids the predictable. There's a depth here that rewards patient listening. Mornings offer lighter pieces - string quartets and solo piano works that ease you into the day. Evenings, however, turn majestic with full symphonies and traditional Malouf compositions. The station doesn't pand…