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Turkish Music

Offered at 2 universities
Bachelor · Master · PhD
English, Turkish
BachelorMasterPhD
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About This Program

Turkish Music is an academic field dedicated to the study, performance, and preservation of the rich musical traditions of Turkey and its cultural sphere. It encompasses classical Ottoman court music, diverse folk traditions, religious music, and contemporary forms, exploring their theoretical foundations, historical development, and cultural significance.

Degree Levels

Skills & careers at each degree level

The Bachelor's program in Turkish Music provides foundational knowledge in performance, theory, history, and cultural context of various Turkish musical traditions.

Skills8
Proficiency on a traditional Turkish instrument (e.g., ney, tanbur, ud)Understanding and application of makam theoryMastery of usul (rhythmic cycles) in performanceAbility to read and interpret traditional Turkish notationEnsemble performance and collaboration skillsBasic knowledge of Turkish music history and aestheticsAural skills and melodic dictation in makamFundamental improvisation techniques within makam
Career Paths5
Turkish Music Performer
Arts & Entertainment📈 Growing
Private Music Instructor
Education✓ Stable
Cultural Event Coordinator
Non-profit & Arts Organizations📈 Growing
Studio Musician (Turkish Music)
Recording Industry📈 Growing
Music Arranger Assistant
Music Production📈 Growing

Offering Universities

Bachelor
2 universities
Istanbul Medipol University
English$5,000 / year
Halic University
Turkish$4,000 / year
Master
3 universities
Halic University
Turkish$8,000 / year
Halic University
Turkish$5,000 / year
Halic University
Turkish$4,500 / year
PhD
1 universities
Halic University
Turkish$10,000 / year
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