Türk Sanat Müziği
Türk Sanat Müziği, or Turkish Art Music, is a sophisticated classical music tradition characterized by complex melodic structures based on the 'makam' system and intricate rhythmic cycles known as 'usul'. It evolved from the Ottoman court music tradition, blending Persian, Arabic, and Byzantine influences into a refined, highly expressive vocal-centric genre.
Origin: Turkey, specifically the urban centers of Istanbul and the former Ottoman court.
Era: 19th century to present, with roots in the Ottoman Empire.
