Routledge Alaturka: Style in Turkish Music (1923-1938) - Routledge

Explore a transformative period of Turkish history with Alaturka: Style in Turkish Music (1923-1938). This scholarly work from the SOAS Studies in Music series examines the profound musical and cultural changes that occurred during the early-Republican era. The book focuses on the debate surrounding alaturka, the eastern style of Turkish music that emerged during this complex historical period. Based on more than twenty years of research, this text provides a deep look into how style functions within musical traditions. It examines the connection between music and culture through various stylistic categories. Readers can study musical materials, practices, and contexts through dedicated chapters that break down the evolution of sound and identity in Turkey. This book is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in international music styles and the cultural history of the early 20th century.