2011 Traveler CD release: Mongol An innovative high energy fusion of traditional ethnic styles with Rock. For this project Scott Jeffers (violinist, composer, band leader) brought in musicians from India, Bulgaria, Greece, Ireland as well as his touring band with members that have roots in Lebanon, Afghanistan and Iraq. This combination makes for an exotic deeply rooted sound. Tracks on this album vary in influence from Turkish, Middle Eastern, Bulgarian, Greek and East Indian to Celtic. Also featuring traditional ethnic instruments from these areas as well as a full blown rock ensemble. This CD is a unique and powerful musical statement from the band. Songs: 1. Higher Power 2. Roshani 3. Awaken the Light 4. Celtica I. McCrowleys Reel II. Wayward Jig III. Ride of the Norseman 5. Mongol 6. Djunguritsa/Bulgaria 7. Hellas (Greek Medley) I. Hasapiko II. Hasaposerviko III. Tsiftetelli IV. Zeibekiko V. Syrto Traveler: A multi-cultural musical experience fusing Gypsy, Middle Eastern, Celtic, Greek and Turkish styles with Rock. Traveler's sound is an innovative, new fusion of World Music and Rock. Using traditional ethnic instruments combined with all the power of a full blown rock band, their performances are intense, exotic and adrenaline-driven. The real magic of a Traveler show is in the connection they make with the audience. They give a high energy , passionate performance that draws the audience in, perhaps by the combination of the cultural connection people have to the ethnic sounds of their own heritage and this music that is so unique. For whatever reason, people are always moved to their feet, and drawn closer to the stage to be part of the experience. Scott Jeffer's is composer and band leader. His own Lebanese heritage and American upbringing has inspired his vision to fuse elements of ancient ethnic music with rock. He has traveled extensively through foreign lands to gather inspiration for the Traveler project. Composing most of his songs while surrounded by the people, sounds, sights, smells and landscape of these far away places brings a true authenticity to the fusion. Known for his fiery and passionate violin and vocal performances, Scott's commanding presence onstage adds to the trademark power of the live Traveler shows. He also brings traditional instruments from his journeys to the stage; Bouzouki,a traditional Greek stringed instrument and an Arabic Oud, an ancient predecessor to the guitar. Traveler spent the last two summers headlining festivals in Montana, Texas, Utah, Colorado and Canada. They also perform regularly in Arizona, where the band is based. travelerworldmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/Traveler.World.Music