Turkey
Turkey
Turkey's musical heritage reflects its position as a bridge between East and West. The country's music encompasses traditional Ottoman forms, folk music, and modern innovations that showcase its rich cultural diversity.
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Cultural Overview
Turkey's musical heritage reflects its position as a bridge between East and West. The country's music encompasses traditional Ottoman forms, folk music, and modern innovations that showcase its rich cultural diversity.
Fun Fact
The ney is one of the oldest musical instruments still in use, dating back over 5,000 years.
Top Genres
Ottoman Classical
Folk
Contemporary
Sufi
Highlight Instruments
Oud
Ney
Kanun
Darbuka
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Turkey
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Turkey
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