Sanat Müziği
Turkish Art Music (Sanat Müziği) is a sophisticated classical tradition characterized by complex melodic modes known as 'makam' and intricate rhythmic cycles called 'usul'. It evolved from the Ottoman court culture, blending Persian, Arabic, and Byzantine influences into a refined, highly expressive vocal-centric art form.
Origin: Turkey (Ottoman Empire)
Era: 15th century to present, with a peak in the late Ottoman and early Republican periods.
