Ottoman and European Music in Ali Ufu i's Compendium, MS Turc 292: Analysis, Interpretation, Cultura
Volume 1: Edition
- 510 pages
- 18 hours of reading
The manuscript, created by the Ottoman court musician 'Ali Ufuki between the 1630s and 1670s, serves as a remarkable transnational achievement in music history. It features a blend of oral compositions and translations into a foreign notation system, highlighting its significance in Ottoman music. The compendium includes medical texts, diverse notations, and song lyrics across various genres and traditions, enriched with annotations. Accompanied by a critical edition and commentary, it complements a 2019 monograph, offering profound insights into the music-related content of Turc 292.
