Music of Turkey

1. Ud Taksim/Mevlevi Ayin

2. Zikir: Ritual/Ilahi Sufi Hymm

3. Ud Taksim/Hihavent Saz Semâizi

4. Nihavent Fasli/Kanun Taksim/Kürdili Hicazkâr Fasil

Tracks:

More Victory At Sea: Allies On The March
More Victory At Sea: Voyage Into Fate
More Victory At Sea: Peleliu
More Victory At Sea: The Sound Of Victory
More Victory At Sea: Rings Around Rabaul
More Victory At Sea: Full Fathom Five
More Victory At Sea: The Turkey Shoot
More Victory At Sea: Ships That Pass
More Victory At Sea: Two If By Sea
More Victory At Sea: The Turning Point
More Victory At Sea: Symphonic Scenario

Customer Reviews:

Yes, it is THAT bad.......2007-06-08

Why, why is it so difficult to reissue the originals, in full? The music is wonderful--well, if you're a fan, you know that already--but the sound effects really are laughably bad. And as the sound effects were integral to the atmosphere of several tracks, it really does matter. Now, instead of the jungle sounds that accompanied the original track, you get to listen to some house sparrows chirping and flitting cheerfully from tree to tree, as if you were sailing toy boats in the park instead of slogging through the jungles of New Guinea. If the original sound effects are missing, minimal effort from RCA could have secured at least reasonably realistic substitutes. Instead, we get this pathetic garbage. Really a shame. That second star is only because the original music is so good.

More victory at sea.......2007-03-26

It's ok, but much of it was cut from the original album. I have the complete set of 33 1/3 albums,there were three, the cd is ok but lacks the original sounds put on when recorded.Sounds were added that were not originally there.It can't compare to the original.

Victory At Sea.......2007-03-09

This time honored musical composition is without a doubt the best in its depiction of war in the Pacific. The music tells the real story!!

More Victory at Sea.......2007-01-04

The quality of the digitally remastered music on this CD is far and above what I was expecting. The entire CD plays flawlessly without so much as a hint of unwanted background noise. My experience in purchasing this CD was very good. Shipment was almost immediate and delivery prompt. I can find absolutely nothing to complain about and am very happy with my purchase. Thanks a million.

Victory at Sea Volumes 1 and 2.......2006-12-14

What an utter disappointment. I've got the originals on vinyl, and this sad excuse for a reissue was not worth the money I spent. Most of the sound effects from the original have been left out, and the final 10-minute-plus piece, "Symphonic Scenario", bears not even a passing resemblance to the original. Don't waste your time and money.

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Tarkan
Gorgeous man, great voice, appealing music!
perfect.
Dance Music--Turkish Style!
Turkish George Michael! ( in a good way)

Tarkan
Tarkan
Manufacturer: Universal Latino
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Olurum Sana

ASIN: B00004T9SQ
Release Date: 2000-05-16

Tracks:

Simarik
Olurum Sana
Bu Gece
Sikidim
Salina Salina Sinsice
Unut Beni
Inci Tanem
Don Begemin
Basina Bela Olurum
Beni Anlama
Simarik (Long Version)
Bu Gece (Kir Zincirlerini)

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Tarkan has enjoyed a Ricky Martin-style popularity in Turkey since the release of his second album, Aacayipsin, in 1994--it sold 2 million copies in Turkey and Europe and foreshadowed a string of outrageously successful albums. His 1997 release, Ölürüm Sana ("I Would Die for You"), sold 2 million copies in Turkey alone, 1.5 million being preorders. So it's no surprise that this 28-year-old star with hunky good looks opens his latest CD with the sound of a smoochy kiss on "Simarik" ("Spoilt"), one of Tarkan's most recognizable singles in Turkey. It's a killer tune, too, soaked with the heavy beats needed to keep bodies moving on the dance floor while the landsliding violins of rai build emotional tension. There are several magnetic dance tunes here, mostly collected from his earlier albums, with "Bu Gece" ("Break Free") and "Sikidim" ("Dirty Dancing") among the strongest and most popular. What's intriguing is that Tarkan is not just another pretty face; he was classically trained in Istanbul and penned most of the album's songs. Add the notion of challenging traditional Islamic values with such lyrics as "Don't dance so sexy / Oh, the way you move, you drive me crazy" or "Come on, let's make love / Close your eyes," and you've got the sort of national sensation that parents might hate but the kids will love. --Karen K. Hugg

Customer Reviews:

Tarkan.......2007-07-16

There are three songs that I like out of the whole CD. I don't understand Turkish, so the melody sounds a bit more like Indian. The CD was worth what I paid for: $6 plus $5 S&H.

Gorgeous man, great voice, appealing music! .......2006-01-10

This is an album that is among a dozen or so "travelling CD's" we use on roadtrips throughout the Minnesota/Lake Superior region. It gradually washed over me and I began to associate it with these fun times and places. Over time, I began to appreciate more its musical merits.

The songs are alternately high energy and more somber/intense. The middle eastern vibe is definitely appealing, and with closer listening I have come to consider them less superficial than this genre usually is, given some very good instrumentation and interesting vocal turns by Tarkan. He really has a wondeful voice once you become accustomed to the overall feel of the music.

The ballads are quite lovely and achieve some depth. Tarkan's voice has a rough edge, but in a good way that really gets under your skin.

Highly recommended, if you want to try something new and different, and will give it a chance. And there is no denying Tarkan's sensastional sexy looks add to the experience. I also recommend his videos!

perfect........2006-01-08

how to describe tarkan's music? one word comes to mind: juicy. (it describes him as well... mmm...) this is just the best pop you can get. sexy, exciting, exhilarating. and smart too, as others have commented - the guy knows how to write music and how to use his pipes. whenever i listen to this album, i get a great big smile on my face and attempt to sing along with every song, even though i don't know a word of turkish.

Dance Music--Turkish Style!.......2006-01-03

I don't speak Turkish, but I think the music on this cd is simply hot. Initially, I bought it for its very Middle Eastern first track, Simarik, but quickly fell in love with the other tracks too. There is a great variety to the music on here, from traditional Middle Eastern pop to Western-style dance tracks. But Tarkan's lyrical delivery is outstanding regardless of the musical style, ranging from playful to urgent and passionate to sheer sensual.

Well worth every penny you spend on the purchase!

Turkish George Michael! ( in a good way).......2005-09-21

I got this album for 'Simarik', and find I love the rest of the album Almost as well. It's a great party/driving cd, and was a real eye-opener for me in terms of popular turkish music. Very rock, and nice to include the lyrics as well.

Best of Bellydance from Egypt, Lebanon, Arabia & Turkey

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Best of Bellydance
very good service and wonderfull to dance to.
Best of Bellydance from Egypt, Lebanon, Arabia, and Turkey
Varied & Diverse Although Often with an "Orchestrated' Sound
Mystirious Passionate Musique !!

Best of Bellydance from Egypt, Lebanon, Arabia & Turkey
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Manufacturer: Arc Music
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Bellylicious

ASIN: B000001IKL
Release Date: 2002-03-12

Tracks:

Aziza - Hossam Ramzy
Tokat Sarmasi - Esin Engin
Min Aboukra L'Ashiye - Emad Sayyah
Ghannili Sheway Sheway - Hossam Ramzy
Saiedeh - Happiest - Aboud Abdel Al
Ya Cemil - Leyli
Ma 'Zoufat Al Bouzouk - Emad Sayyah
Gazal - Essam Rashad
Sahara Groove - Hossam Ramzy
Arap Ciftellisi - Esin Engin
Li Jamal Cleopatra - Emad Sayyah
El Hayah Helwa - Hossam Ramzy

Customer Reviews:

Best of Bellydance.......2007-03-09

I am glad I bought this. It is a great CD. I am a beginner and will use this to practice.

very good service and wonderfull to dance to........2007-01-11

I bought this for my sister for xmas and she loves it.

Best of Bellydance from Egypt, Lebanon, Arabia, and Turkey.......2005-07-21

It is good and I like it but I am new to Belly danceing and found the music a bit to fast for me. I would say that this music would be for those more experienced at the art.

Varied & Diverse Although Often with an "Orchestrated' Sound.......2004-04-04

This CD is a good start for listeners unfamiliar with the diversity of unique music and instruments from the Middle East and Arabia. The first six tracks are the most appealing as the music of each country, Egypt, Lebanon, Turkey, and Arabia is presented. One can develop an appreciation and taste for the 'belly dance' rhythm, unique progression of musical paths, and traditional instruments, that compose this most outstanding and easily recognizable genre of music (and dance). While the music is "contemporary" it is also at times, highly orchestrated. Luckily this occurs mostly in *only* the last 6 tracks. The first 6 selections have an interesting introduction before the primary music is played, it begins with either a dumbek or kanun or tanbur (tambur, lute-like instrument) which teases the listener, knowing full well, it is an 'appetizer' before a sumptious musical feast. Most of the selections include very dramatic and captivating improvisations on *traditional* instruments, such as the ney, the kanun, or the violin. One is *easily* drawn into this sensuous and delightful music by the introduciton which, at times, is markedly different than the main musical melody. There is a musical transition musical to most of the selections that is smooth and very intense . The dumbek or other traditional instrument often defines the "raks araby" (Greek "tsitetelli", i.e. 'belly dance') styled rhythm although there are tracks when it is the lute or kanun which defines the rhythm.

The most outstanding piece on the CD is track #1, "Aziza" (Arabia) played by Hosssam Ramzy and his orchestra. It is exotic and has jazz-like improvisations on the ney, violin, and kanun which capture the sounds, sights, and smells of the souk and casbah. You *know* you have arrived into another world of music ... Track #2 "Dert Ortagim Benim", is Turkish and played by Ensemble Huseyn Turkmenler. It begins with a dumbek intro that is soon accompanied by traditional instruments, the ney, lute, kanun, and violin. Together these instruments create a dynamic melody and rhythm that captivates the listener. Eventually each instrument, ney, kanun, lute, and violin is provided a solo opportunity to shine, to stand out, to be heard when it is played by a virtuoso, who demonstrates jazz-like improvisaitons and explores the full depth and breadth of musical possibilies on a solo instrument. #4 "Ghannili Sheway Sheway" by Hossam Ramzy and orchestra create a sensational sound, played on the ney, kanun, violin, lute, and keyboards ... this one creates labyrinthine musical pathways with unusual twists, turns, and curves. Hossam Ramzy is a master musician, world reknown for his creativity and stylizations of the Middle Eastern sound. #5 is translated as "Happiness" ("Saiedeh"). The music has Arabic influences, played on a violin or cello-like instrument, there are occasionally keyboards. The end is especially explosive with "ullalations", high-pitched vocalizations often done by women with the tongue against the pallate but can done by men also, during times of intense joy, happiness and unexpected pleasure. #6 sounds Egyptian due to the frequent dumbek rhythm, although somewhat orchestrated, they music retains the original flavor and ambience of Arabic music.
Overall, this CD contains a wide variety of exemplary belly dance music, although it slightly disappoints due to orchestration, when traditional instruments would be preferable. Erika Borsos (erikab93)

Mystirious Passionate Musique !!.......2003-05-01

I love this ablum very much !
It is not too noisy , too hard beat as some Belly Dance albums, but enjoyable groove floting in the air. Some fast and dance-able mixed with some groovy quite songs. Never too excited while not sleepy as some ethical albums.

Track 8: "Gazal", composed and performed by Essam Rashad, is a beautiful track which had appeared in Natacha Atlas's debut album, but differnet version. Natacha's version has some chant, but here is a pure instrumental version which leads us into the stary desert .......

Album Description

John Corigliano is one of the finest and most widely recognized American composers. He has won several GRAMMY awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and an Academy Award for his score for the film "The Red Violin".

Customer Reviews:

Big Fan Review.......2007-05-30

Up front, I have to state that I am a fan of John Corigliano and of the Corigliano String Quartet. I've listened to this recording a number of times since i got it, and it never fails to reward listening. Each time I find more nuances and associations, and I remain very impressed with both the quality of the recording and of the playing. This is the kind of music that gives contemporary 'classical' music a good name: it is clearly modern, yet deeply informed by a thorough knowledge of classical traditions (listen for resonances of Beethoven's Grosse Fugue in the Fugue movement of the String Quartet) and the world we live in, and it is music that is full of emotion and intelligence, expressed in a truly contemporary idiom. Wonderful.

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MORE than wonderful disk
Wonderful
A Fusion Success
a taste of exotica
Traditional music from a Master

Astrakan Cafe
Anouar Brahem
Manufacturer: Ecm Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Conte de L'incroyable Amour

ASIN: B00004WMY2
Release Date: 2001-02-27

Tracks:

Aube Rouge A Grozny
Astrakan Cafe (1)
The Mozdok's Train
Blue Jewels
Nihawend Lunga
Ashkabad
Halfaouine
Parfum De Gitane
Khotan
Karakoum
Astara
Dar Es Salam
Hijaz Pechref
Astrakan Cafe (2)

Customer Reviews:

MORE than wonderful disk.......2004-05-22

Ohhhhh, what's that fantastic disk. No comment, it fabulous disk.
Thanks Mr. Anouar.

Wonderful.......2004-03-29

This is my first experience with oud music, and I have to say I love it very much. This is a very relaxing CD, and I plan to buy more of Brahem's music. The only thing I would say contrary is that the clarinet is too overpowering at times. I have to turn my volume down a tad. But on songs like 'Parfum de Gitane' the instrument sounds perfect and magical. Thanks for the great CD.

A Fusion Success.......2004-01-25

I was searching for contemporary Arab music when I ran across this gem. Inspired by the music of the 'stans of Central Asia, this disc pairs Anouar Brahem's astounding oud playing with a clarinet and Moroccan drums (bendir and darbouka). The resulting fusion succeeds surprisingly well, comparable to the achievements in a different genre of Radio Tarife. Some of the tracks have a jazz quality reminiscent, at moments, of Benny Goodman. The highlight however is the unique title piece, which appears on two different tracks.

On the down side, I still find the first piece (by the clarinetist Barbaros Erkose) disappointing, even after repeated listening. Moreover, the clarinet is over modulated in a few spots. With these exceptions, the music and the sound quality are both superb. This disc will reward the listener with a wealth of detail when played on a good audio system.

a taste of exotica.......2003-12-24

This still certainly rates as jazz, but just as much it gives the impression of a visit to... --well, uh, a cafe in Astrakan. Especially atmospheric is the clarinet play of sideman Barbaros Erkose, which produces just the right emphasis of exotica to complement Brahem's virtuostic oud play (is there a greater student of this instrument now recording?) and the unobtrusive backing percussion (bendir and darbouka). This is a tuneful but rather laid back kind of jazz, occasionally giving itself over to flashes of brilliant play. It sounds more than just a bit mysterious, but it is a naked mystery. Stripped of the kind of mood cliches one often hears in the soundtracks to bad films about Arabic lands, this music reveals some of the emotional secrecies that can be found at the heart of the cultures it strives to portray.

Traditional music from a Master.......2003-08-31

I own around 1200 CDs, and I consider myself an expert in international music. This one CD stands out among a very few in my collection. I am going to try to describe it, but I won't be able to do justice; I can't find the right words. This fully instrumental CD (no singing) takes you to a magical land and recreates centuries of middle eastern imagery in the mind of the listener. This is not a CD like "Simon Shaheen"'s modernistic approach to Middle Eastern music. This is "traditional Middle East" with perfect harmony and perfect performance. I have played this CD hundreds of times since I purchased it. And I still love it like the very first time.

Jerry Murad's Harmonicats - Greatest Hits/Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White

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Jerry Murad's Harmonicats
Jerry Mrrad's Harmonicats - Greatest Hits/Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White
Harmonicats in review
Norman N
Almost what I wanted

Jerry Murad's Harmonicats - Greatest Hits/Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White
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Classical Cats
Peg O' My Heart and Other
Live in Concert
The Best of Larry Adler

ASIN: B00000I0HO
Release Date: 1999-03-23

Tracks:

Peg O' My Heart
Bewitched
Malaguena
Charmaine
Galloping Comedians
Maria Elena
Yesterday
A Taste Of Honey
Diane
The Last Outpost
Mack The Knife
Fascination
Polka Dots And Moonbeams
It's A Sin To Tell A Lie
Ruby
Lonely Love
Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
It Happened In Monterey
I'll Never Smile Again
Paradise
Ramona
Kiss Of Fire

Customer Reviews:

Jerry Murad's Harmonicats.......2007-04-10

My father has parkinsons and this album keeps him playing and that keep his voice. He loved the songs.

Jerry Mrrad's Harmonicats - Greatest Hits/Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White.......2006-11-10

It's Wonderful and likeable. I like music of this kind, only with harmonics(like Jerry Murrad and Jonnhy Puleo).

Harmonicats in review.......2006-03-11

There's no group that can play harmonica's the way the harmonicats do. The album features many of the old songs they recorded back in the fifties and some more contemporary hits like the title tune, Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White. If you like mellow, rich, tunefull harmonica music at it's best, this album is a must.

Norman N.......2005-10-17

This is just what I thought it would be and more.It brought back some old memories. Norm

Almost what I wanted.......2004-01-25

Where is Johnny Puleo when you need him? I cannot find any CDs with Johnny Puleo and his Harmonica Gang on them. As a substitute, I purchased this CD. It's fine. Some of the songs are very well done and nicely recorded. The trio just seemed to be missing something. Maybe they needed a fourth person? I wanted that wild, rapid harmonica sound. Jerry Murad's Harmonicats gave me that a few times, but didn't always deliver. Sometimes, the tempo just seemed a bit too slow.

Still, as a novelty, and to round out your collection, you should get this album.

Tracks:

Desert Night Dance
Once I Had A Darling...
Spoon Dance
All You Stars...!
Must Be A Gypsy
Dance Music From Nihavent
Sugar Boy
Dance Music In 'Rast Makam
Fire Dance Music
Folk Song And Dance From Ankara
Dance From Thrace

Customer Reviews:

Another Ouzo, please...........2007-02-22

This album is a delightful composite of Turkish bellydance music, which brought back pleasant memories and visions of the graceful art of the dance. Even if you are not familiar with the dance, the instruments bring you to the Levant in an enjoyable way.

More than get up and move.........2007-01-05

The music is lovely,haunting,thought provoking stuff, Great to move to and even greater kept low with candles and a fire to support conversaion or renewing your reason to be alive.Very invigorating fun energy, gets some strange looks from the people in the next car at stoplights, supports grinning freely.

Energetic music!.......2006-11-06

Excellent CD to move to the beat. No one can stay seated with this music playing.

guaranteed Turkish style.......2006-05-27

Every track of this CD offers lively inspiration for dancing and fantasizing. As a whole, the CD really delivers (with real instruments) the Turkish style of cabaret, which has never been for the faint of heart.

Track six, "Nihavent oyun havasi," is perfect for any dancer who needs pacing because the tempo is moderate, neither too fast nor too slow, while the overall mood is hypnotic, though more varied than in the first track "Desert Night Dance" which has more steady mystique, even in the fast part, and hence is excellent for dramatic veil work. Also the Nihavent music makes good use of zilya (finger cymbals) in a way that almost focuses the music around this small percussion.

The final track "Trakya ciftetellisi" is a real sweat drencher at eight minutes and twenty seconds. Not for beginners, it could leave even the most advanced dancer breathless but ecstatic!

It got a beginner belly dancing!.......2005-01-06

I've very recently decided to take up belly dancing in the privacy of my own home, and while I've gotten much music lately, this CD had me up and trying everything I could think of in the living room. This one really inspired me. Listen to the samples! Enough slow rhythms to encourage undulation at a speed even I could accomplish.

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As A Dancer
great music, great price.
Good!
Don't waste your money!
A Pleasant Surprise

Belly Dance Instrumentals
Chalf Hassan & Emad Sayyeh
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ASIN: B00000JBFO
Release Date: 1999-06-15

Tracks:

The Night Is Beautiful - Emad Sayyeh
Counting - Chalf Hassan
The Music Of Semiramis - Emad Sayyeh
Counting: Thirty-Three - Chalf Hassan
Move And Continue To Move - Emad Sayyeh
The Dance Of The Soothsayer - Emad Sayyeh
El-Andaloussi - Chalf Hassan
To The Beauty Of Cleopatra - Emad Sayyeh
Shelha - Chalf Hassan
Belly Dance In The Jungle - Emad Sayyeh
Arab Rhythm - Chalf Hassan

Customer Reviews:

As A Dancer.......2007-01-04

This Cd is really great and has some really cool tracks, really makes you want to get up and dance. Or when you are tired of dancing just chill and listen to the cool grooves.AAA+++

great music, great price........2005-09-29

from a non belly dance point of view, this is a great cd. for those of you interested in arabian instrumental music (which i'm sure is sadly very few), this is a great buy. catchy drum beats complete with ouds and other native instruments of the region make it a pleasure to listen to. not to mention you'll feel like you're in egypt (at least here in texas cause it's too damn hot). at a great price this is a great disc. pick it up!

Good!.......2004-05-26

I have to disagree with the people that thought this was a bad CD. It might not be great, but it's good in terms of music variety and danceable songs. The price is excellent!! You won't be wasting your money if you buy this CD. The first track is wonderful for practicing zills. The third track really gets your hips moving, it starts slow (good for a veil intro) after that get ready to shimmy!!

Don't waste your money!.......2003-11-08

Absolutely terrible music to dance to, do not buy this if you are looking for good belly dancing music.

A Pleasant Surprise.......2003-08-17

I bought this CD because of the prize, and was pleasantly surprised by the variety of music offered. It really gets you dancing.

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Música moderna de Turquía
ALMOST AS GOOD AS BEING THERE...
The Eastern Edge of Europe...Western Edge of Asia
The Many Faces of Turkish Music

The Rough Guide to the Music of Turkey
Various Artists
Manufacturer: World Music Network
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000086BAH
Release Date: 2003-02-10

Tracks:

Gungormemisler - Sezen Aksu
Sen Allahin Bir Lufusun - Ebru Gundes
Padisah - Sibel Can
Ben Tabii Ki - Umit Sayin
Sultanim - Leven Yuksel
Dile Kolay - Ajda Pekkan
Haydi Kolkola - Grup Yorum
Ciftetelli - Laco Tayfa & Husnu Senledirici
Hijaz Raks - Omar Faruk Tekbilek
Bendeki Yaralar - Belkis Akkale
Arsima Seni (Arsima Icin) - Birol Topaloglu
Yalvans - Barbaros Erkose Ensamble
Mavisim - Kemani Cemal Cinarli
Seddiaraban Peshrev - Kudsi Erguner Ensamble
Kemence Taksimi/Segah Niyaz Llahisi - Mevlana Kultur Ve Sant Vakfy Sanatcylary

Album Description

Turkey is a land where Europe meets Asia, and where the music and culture are shaped by influences from virtually every direction. In the cities, discos, and record stores blast the latest pop hits from the likes of Ebru Gündes, while evocative belly-dance music is ready to captivate the innocent passerby. If you turn the corner, you might find a trendy saz club or religious music, or you might run into a Rom (Gypsy) neighborhood and its famous all-night musical taverns. This album provides an insight into the vast array of music within Turkey, encompassing some of the country's most talented and celebrated artists.

Customer Reviews:

Música moderna de Turquía.......2005-05-24

Excelente material si deseas un primer contacto con la música e instrumentos de Turquía. Como bailarina, lo encuentro muy recomendable y accesible, además de provocarte por querer escuchar más.

ALMOST AS GOOD AS BEING THERE..........2003-08-26

i was introduced to turkish music in a drunken bar (also introduced to raki, which will knock you on your tail FAST). i was entranced (by the music, not the raki), and bought a cd from the bartender. the cd i bought was definitely more "arabesque", whereas this wonderful collection brought back more concise memories of turkey...eating in restraurants situated on rooftops with warm breezes and stunning views... this cd is more classic, more genuine, it doesn't need to be another "fusion" disc, it is perfect just the way it is.

The Eastern Edge of Europe...Western Edge of Asia.......2003-06-23

This one is sure to become a Rough Guide classic. Encompassing a polyglot mixture of Turkish musical styles, traditions and ethnic groups, this CD reveals unique sounds that have resulted from Turkey's equally unique position as a land spanning two continents. For those familiar with Islamic music, in particular music of the Arab countries, you will be able to detect the many differences between Turkish music and that of its neighbouring Islamic nations. Certain cuts on the CD, particularly parts of the track from Grup Yorum, have distinctly Greek sounds and structures while others draw strongly on Gypsy influences; still others contain musical elements from the neighbouring ex-Soviet states of Georgia and Armenia. The first five tracks are superb pop music, containing inventive vocals and catchy exotic melodies driven by a distinctively Turkish beat. These are balanced by Turkish gypsy, classical court music, Black Sea folk music, belly-dance style and even a Sufi track to top off the musical whirlwind. Outstanding tracks include the opener by Sezen Aksu (a pop classic), Omar Faruk Tekbilek's enchanting "Raks" belly dance music, a track from clarinet virtuoso Barbaros Erkose and his ensemble, a gyspsy music cut from Kemani Cemal Cinarli and a classical cut from Kudsi Erguner. However, every track is fascinating in its own right.

The scintillating sounds and exciting rhythms on this album make it a great buy for anyone who appreciates good music, however if you're like me and love the exotic sounds and irresistible bellydance percussion of Islamic music, it may well become one of your top albums!

The Many Faces of Turkish Music.......2003-06-01

The Rough Guides series is a wonderful way to experience different styles of world music. Such is the case with this CD, but unlike most other CDs, which focused on specific regions or styles, this one had a vast array in front of it. Turkish music includes everything from Arabesk to Sufi mystical music to Anatolian folk music to Fasil (Gypsy music) to modern rock and metal. Theres a wide variety of different styles to Turkish music, so any attempt to make an overview has some difficulty ahead of it. Nonetheless, this is an excellent CD. The first track, "Güngörmemisler" by pop star Sezen Aksu is so beautiful it blew my mind. From there we are treated with more pop from Ebru Gündes, Sibel Can and Umit Sayin, plus an east-west fusion piece by Levent Yüksel. Alongside this are classical performances by Omar Faruk Tekbilek and Kudsi Erguner, calling to mind the rites of the Dervishes and the courts of Ottoman Sultans. Outside of mainstream Turkish culture, track 8, 11 and 13 give performances by Laço Tayfa & Hüsnü Senlendirichi, Biro Topaloglu and Kemanï Cemal Çinarli; tracks which reflect the artists' Romani (Gypsy) and Laz heritage rather than that of the Turks. Even politically charged messages by Gurp Yorum show up on this CD, making it an excellent CD on Turkey in general. My only comment is that it they could have included some music from the Turkish Kurds, but then again, maybe that would be pushing things a little too far. Over all, its a great CD and a nice buy for anyone who appreciates Turkish or Middle Eastern music.

Average customer rating:

Fantastic music out of this world.
English album
My favorite Tarkan CD to date
TURKISH DELIGHT!
Tarkan is an amazing talented artiste!

Karma
Tarkan
Manufacturer: Istanbul
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005NGZP
Release Date: 2001-08-28

Tracks:

Ask
Ay
Kuzu Kuzu
Gitti Gideli
Uzak
Yandim
O'na Sor
Hup
Sen Baskasin
Tas
Her Nerdeysen
Verme

Customer Reviews:

Fantastic music out of this world........2007-01-23

I first bought the Tarkan and Dudu album and LOVED them. Then this one,KARMA, which is full of great unusual fantastic music. I LOVE very single track on this CD and got my relatives Karma for Christmas. Now they are fans, too. What a CD to drive with. I wish Tarkan would get on the TALK SHOW circuit so I could eventually see a USA concert. I'd love it to be in Las Vegas where the majority of the USA can get to. This CD is FULL of beautiful music. Buy it, and enjoy all logjams on the freeway whilst listening. It's music you'll love to listen to over and over. It's out of this world!

English album.......2005-08-09

Long awaited English album is coming to markets in A FEW WEEKS!!!!! Watch out!!

My favorite Tarkan CD to date.......2005-06-06

Wow...what can I say...the man has talent! I have the majority of his CDs (still missing the first two and anxiously awaiting the new CD single "Ayrilik Zor" - it is UNBELIEVABLE!!!). For a while I thought Bu Gece from "Tarkan" was my favorite song, but then...I heard Kuzu Kuzu. :::SIGH::: Now THAT is a good song (and if you can get your hands on the CD single..it has the acoustic version that is just as wonderful). I love what he does with his voice during that song. I love Ask (a beautiful love song)...and Hup (you can't help but dance when that is on). Tas is nice...although I must admit..I lean more towards Bir Oluruz Yolunda (another great beat...basically it is Tas reworded for the Turkish Soccer Team for the 2002 World Cup). Sen Baskasin is great...Gitti Gideli is a sad slow song. I could go on and on...basically, song for song...I think this CD is much better than Dudu (though that one has some great moments, I like this one MUCH better)...but that is just me.

As for the LONG awaited English album...well..all we can do is hope. I am hoping he stays a little closer to his own sound (singing in English of course!) and doesnt sell out to the American market. He is so unique...America has NOTHING like him now (and quite frankly...hasn't had for a VERY long time)...the man can sing and write beautiful music...he definitely can dance :::sigh:::...and he has an appeal like no other.

UPDATE!!!! As the writer above me stated...the LONG wait is over...the English CD is coming :D I heard it was only a single (a total of 4 songs..but I could be wrong)...but let me tell you, I heard 3 of the tracks..and they are INCREDIBLE (and that is putting it mildly!!!). He did not sell out in any way shape or form. They are very Tarkan-like...very sensual, a great beat, with a Middle Eastern influence. All I can say is...I AM SO EXCITED FOR HIM. He is on the verge of something that could potentially be HUGE.

I also read that there is a new Turkish CD coming out in the fall...could it outdo Karma (which is my favorite Tarkan CD to date)? Well...I guess we will have to wait and see...but if it is anything like the English songs...Tarkan fans are in for a real treat! :)

TURKISH DELIGHT!.......2005-04-05

Definately westernized, modern, belly-rolling, hip-swiveling, sexy, musical rhythms worth recognition in the U.S! No quick flash in the pan pop-star, he's not compared to the "King" (Elvis) for nothing. If you like modern pop/rock music try it with a twist of belly-dancing beats, turkish-techno, and a sultry turkish accent. I played this album recently at a party. It wasn't until everyone stopped dancing to it that people began to realize it was in a forgein langauge. It's amazing to share something like this with people from across the globe in a forgein land. No matter if you can't understand a word, good music is a universal langauge.

Tarkan is an amazing talented artiste!.......2003-10-27

I just returned from Turkey and have been crazy about all things Turkish since. I wasn't really into Middle-Eastern type music initially, but in Turkey, you get somewhat immersed in the culture. I grew to like the music there and of course it's Tarkan's music that got me. At first it's the irresistible and wonderful Dudu, which I bought and love the album. I listened to it non-stop for weeks, considering there weren't that many tracks in that album. I then decided to buy Karma and boy, this is one amazing album. It has the oriental Turkish elements which I crave for, and electronica sounds that I have always dug. It's another addiction like Dudu, I will be listening to this album repeatedly a long time from now. Tarkan is simply amazing, like Turkey. Love Turkey!

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