Watch Tufan Derince bring a modern, electrified energy to this classic Kurdish folk tribute:
In the heart of the Kurdish musical tradition, the story of is one of bridge-building between generations. This 2021 release is more than just a song; it is a tribute from a modern virtuoso to a legendary master of Kurdish folklore. The Meeting of Two Eras Watch Tufan Derince bring a modern, electrified energy
A giant in Kurdish music, known for his deep commitment to folklore and his mastery of the tembur (a long-necked lute). Gabari’s voice carried the history and struggles of the Kurdish people for decades before his passing in 2020. Gabari’s voice carried the history and struggles of
A younger master of the elektrobağlama (electric baglama) from Diyarbakir, now based in Rotterdam. Derince is known for his "Grani" style—a high-energy, distorted version of traditional wedding music that has gained international acclaim, even being featured on NPR’s Tiny Desk (Home) Concert . A Legacy Preserved A Legacy Preserved A traditional long-form melody (
A traditional long-form melody ( uzun hava ) that evokes patience and longing.
The track features a collaboration between and the late, great Said Gabari (often spelled Seid Gabari).