Oriental music is a broad genre encompassing Middle Eastern, North African, and Central Asian influences, often characterized by microtonal melodies, intricate rhythms, and emotive vocal styles. It blends traditional Arabic, Kurdish, Turkish, and Balkan elements with modern instrumentation, incorporating oud, qanun, darbuka, and synthesizers. The genre spans folk, classical, and popular styles, featuring passionate singing and poetic lyrics that explore love, longing, and mysticism. Oriental music often fuses regional traditions with contemporary sounds, making it a dynamic and evolving genre with deep cultural roots.
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