The music makers in Turkey.

Original bdg. HC. Roy. 8vo. (24 x 17 cm). In English. 335 p., color and b/w ills. The music makers in Turkey. "What part does Turkey play in 'world music' and what are the contributions of contemporary Turkish musicians? The music makers in Turkey attempts to involve responses to these questions and with its detailed documentation covering Turkish musical scene from all obvious aspects, it is the first to fill a long-felt needed. The book begins with a substantial section eplaining the cultural heritage inherited starting from antique era; Turkish music in the eyes of Europeans since the Renaissance; the effects of Turkish music on that of Europe and the effects of European music on traditional Turkish music; harmonization technique of Turkish music modes; eminent Turkish composers and their output; opera and ballet; orchestras; conductors; chamber music; prominent soloists; choruses; military music; traditional music; musical education; musicologists and critics; international music festivals, foundations and societies. This book will afford a greater appreciation and understanding of music in Turkey and make it an essential guide".