Masters of Turkish Music explained

Masters of Turkish Music
Type:compilation
Artist:various artists
Cover:Masters of Turkish Music.jpg
Released:1990
Recorded:1906–1949
Genre:Turkish classical music
Label:Rounder
Chronology:Masters of Turkish Music
Next Title:Masters of Turkish Music: Volume 2
Next Year:1996

Masters of Turkish Music is a compilation album released by Rounder Records in 1990.[1] The record features 20 tracks of Turkish classical music, compiled and restored from the 78s recorded between 1906 and 1949.[2]

Critical reception

AllMusic critic Richie Unterberger gave a rave review to the album, stating: "The taksim (improvisations) and gazels (vocal improvisations) are extremely emotional and moving, and there is a good deal of variety in the 75-minute program, in both content and instrumentation." Unterberger also praised the sound and audio restoration on the record, writing that "even on the performances dating back to the early 20th century, the transfers seem to be clear as technology will allow."[2]

Personnel

Album personnel as adapted from liner notes.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Wonderful World . . October 1990 . 6 . 7 . 88.
  2. Web site: Various Artists - Masters of Turkish Music . . August 4, 2016 . Unterberger, Richie.
  3. Various artists - Masters of Turkish Music liner notes.