Turkish Classical

Turkish classical music, steeped in the rich heritage of the Ottoman Empire, is an illustrious genre that embodies a refined blend of melodic sophistication and emotive depth. Characterized by its use of traditional instruments such as the ney, oud, and kanun, this genre intertwines poetic lyricism within intricate modal systems known as makams, which dictate the scale and tonal framework for each piece. Its rhythms, or usuls, provide complex and often asymmetrical patterns, lending a unique cadence to its sound. With roots that extend back to the courts and Sufi lodges, this genre has been perpetuated by virtuosos like Tanburi Cemil Bey and Dede Efendi, whose compositions capture the essence of Turkish identity and continue to inspire contemporary artists, who preserve the depth and integrity of this timeless tradition.

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Promised Land
Single - Released October 4, 2024
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Bengü Beker
Can Toğrulca
Rana Türkyılmaz
Serhat Özen
Cengiz Onural
Derya Türkan
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