Turkish Folk Music
Turkish Folk Music is a type of music that reflects the cultural heritage of the Turkish people in a wide range of areas such as their lives, emotions, joys and sorrows. Turkish Folk Music, enriched with melodies compiled from all over Anatolia, is generally performed orally.
Turkish Folk Music from Past to Present
Turkish Folk Music has a deep-rooted history and its history dates back to ancient times. This type of music, which was born in various regions of Anatolia, has developed over time and reached today. Turkish Folk Music is usually performed accompanied by instruments such as baglama, kemenche, clarinet and zurna.
Features of Turkish Folk Music
- Words with deep meaning
- Improvisation feature
- Melodies that reflect the feelings and thoughts of the people
- Use of traditional instruments
- Songs touching on social events and various aspects of life
Types of Turkish Folk Music
Turkish Folk Music has many genres that show regional differences. Some types of Turkish Folk Music are:
Turkish Folk Music Artists
Among the most important artists of Turkish Folk Music are names such as Neşet Ertaş, Muhlis Akarsu, Arif Sağ, Musa Eroğlu, Aşık Veysel. These artists have brought the rich heritage of Turkish Folk Music to the present day and have been loved by large audiences.
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