The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition
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This is a compilation of some of the best Turkish folk music. All the tracks are instrumentals.
Turkish Folk Music Basics
Turkish folk music is a tradition reflecting the cultural and social aspects of the Turkish people. It is a form of music which developed in the Ottoman Empire and has influences from both Central Asian and Middle Eastern music. Turkish folk music is typically played on the instruments saz, bağlama, kudum, and kanun. In recent years, Turkish folk music has become more popular in the West and has been used in a number of films and TV shows.
What is Turkish Folk Music?
Turkish folk music (Türk Halk Müziği) is the folk music of the Turkish people. It is a blend of Central Asian, Caucasian, Middle Eastern, Balkan, and Anatolian influences. Formally, it is defined as the music sung in Turkish, with lyrics either in Turkish or in any other language that has been Islamized, such as Azeri and Kurdish.
Instrumentation may include anything from Garmon (a type of accordion) and Kanun (a type of zither) to Bağlama (a type of lute), along with other instruments such as clarinet, doubled-reed pipe (ney), dumbek, zurna, and violin. There are many different regional styles within Turkey.
The earliest form of Turkish folk music was influenced by the Central Asian nomadic tradition; it was known as yakınak music. This style was practised by itinerant musicians called ashiks who travelled from town to town singing about love, religion or patriotism.
After the 13th century Turkic migrations into Anatolia, a fusion of Mongolian and Persian influences gave rise to köçekçe music. This form of music was often performed by travelling various entertainers such as acrobats, fire-eaters and jugglers.
By the 19th century,stanbul replaced Ankara as the centre for art music; this period saw a mix of Western classical music and local textures in what came to be known as Ottoman classical music. The distinctive style ofstyle developed during this era is still prevalent in Turkey today.
The Instruments of Turkish Folk Music
Turkish folk music is played on a variety of traditional instruments. Some of these, such as the saz and the kemençe, are unique to Turkey, while others, such as the oud and rebab, have their roots in Central Asia and the Arab world.
The saz is a long-necked lute with a playing style that is similar to that of the Arabic oud. It is used in both solo and ensemble performances. The kemençe is a three-stringed fiddle that is held vertically. It has a very distinctive sound and is often used in solo performances. The oud is a pear-shaped string instrument that has its roots in the Arab world. It is used in both solo and ensemble performances. The rebab is a two-stringed fiddle that originated in Central Asia. It is often used in ensemble performances.
Other instruments used in Turkish folk music include the ney (a flute), the def (a drum), and the zurna (a type of clarinet).
The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition
Turkish folk music is a mix of Central Asian, Middle Eastern, and Byzantine influences. The music is characterized by its use of a wide range of instruments and its often-repetitive lyrics. This edition features some of the best Turkish folk music, all instrumental.
The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition – CD1
CD1 is an instrumental album that celebrates the best of Turkish folk music. From the energetic and folkloric sounds of Anadolu to the beautiful and evocative melodies of the Black Sea, this compilation album offers a wide range of instrumental Turkish music to enjoy. Featuring some of Turkey’s most talented musicians, The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition – CD1 is the perfect way to explore the richness and diversity of Turkish folk music.
The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition – CD2
This is the second CD of the “The Best of Turkish Folk Music: Instrumental Edition” series. It contains 12 beautiful tracks performed on typical Turkish instruments like the baglama, oud, ney and kanun. These tracks will transport you to the stunning landscapes of Turkey, with its mystic mountains, idyllic plateaus and verdant valleys. You will feel like you are dancing under the stars to the sound of distant drums and shepherds’ flutes.
Conclusion
While there are many different interpretations of what folk music is, for the purposes of this article, we will be focusing on instrumental folk music from Turkey. Folk music is often passed down from generation to generation, and Turkish folk music is no different.Turkish folk music has been around for centuries, and has been passed down through the generations.
Why Turkish Folk Music is the Best
When most people think of Turkish music, they think of the loud, fast-paced music that is often played in nightclubs. However, there is another side to Turkish music that is not as well known but is just as good, if not better. This is Turkish folk music.
Turkish folk music is traditionally based on the folk culture of rural Anatolia and the Balkans. This type of music is usually more slow and melancholic, but it can also be upbeat and cheerful. It often features instruments such as the saz (a type of lute), the ney (a type of flute), and the def (a type of drum).
What makes Turkish folk music so special is that it captures the emotional side of life. It talks about love and loss, happiness and sadness, all in a way that is both beautiful and relatable. If you want to experience the best of Turkish music, then you need to listen to its folk music.
