Songs Dances of Turkey / Var: Songs Dances of Turkey / Various

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Songs Dances of Turkey / Various

Artist:

Various Artists

Label:

Folkways Records

Product Type:

COMPACT DISCS

UPC:

093070880122

Genre:

International

Release Date:

2012-05-30

Number of Discs:

1

Songs and Dances of Turkey presents ancient classical music, folk songs, popular songs, and modern classical music from Turkey. Native instruments such as the Darbuka (hand drum), Kaval (end-blown flute), and Baglama are featured prominently. Also included are dances such as the Zeybek (from the Aegean provinces) in which dancers spread their arms broadly in imitation of an eagle in flight. Liner notes include a brief introduction, track notes, and illustrations of some of the featured instruments.

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