Brian Prunka's Mahfouz (USA)

This was a longstanding ensemble Brian Prunka led in New Olreans, before leaving for New York in 2003. It evolved from its original incarnation (1998), playing covers of Rabih Abou-Khalil and Ahmed Abdul Malik tunes to a tight ensemble playing all original music.

2003 Lineup

• Brian Prunka - leader, guitar, oud
• Tim Green - saxophone
• Mike Jenner - saxophone
• Bob Garrett - trumpet
• Tommy Sciple - bass
• Simon Lott - drums
• James Clark - darbukka, riq

Earlier Members

• Mark DiFlorio - drums
• Michael Skinkus - percussion
• Hart McNee - flute
• Robert Wagner - clarinet
• Dave Rebeck - viola
• James Singleton - bass
• Matt Rhody - violin
• Andrew Maclean - Indian tabla
• Brian Coogan - piano
• Helen Gillet - cello