TANBUR AS STRINGED MUSIC INSTRUMENT: ROLE, QUALITIES, INFLUENCES ON YARSANISM
Abstract
This research extends on historical background and mythic structure of Yarasanism through a survey of principal concepts of their beliefs. History of Tanbur and its usages are investigated through introducing three major Mughams with a special focus on Haqqni Mugham. This research study was conducted via descriptive -analytical method and library method. This study also identifies some features and symbols of Tanbour as music instrument and its correlation with Yarsan beliefs including individuals, numbers, legends, etc. This research also addresses a relation between Tanbour and Yarsan identity. The results show that Tanbour preserved language, literature (poetry), and music.
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Primary Language
English
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Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
April 22, 2016
Submission Date
April 21, 2016
Acceptance Date
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Published in Issue
Year 2016 Volume: 2 Number: 4