From Strings to Rhythm: Longas and Sirtos Recital Held

From Strings to Rhythm: Longas and Sirtos Recital Held

A recital titled “From Strings to Rhythm: Longas and Sirtos” was held at Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University State Conservatory on October 27, 2026.

The event, held at the TOGÜ State Conservatory Recital Hall, was prepared by Lecturer Dr. Funda KEKLİK KAL. The recital featured Sude Naz BELKAYA and Bahar YILMAZ on qanun, while Mertali BOLATCI performed on rhythm.

Featuring works from the longa and sirto forms, which are distinguished by their lively and rhythmic character in Turkish music, the recital brought different rhythmic patterns and melodic structures together with the audience.