Bozlak

Bozlak is a traditional Turkish folk singing style that originates from the southeastern regions of Turkey. It is characterized by its emotional, powerful vocal delivery, often expressing themes of longing, sorrow, and social issues. Typically performed by a solo singer, Bozlak involves sustained notes and expressive improvisation, accompanied by instruments like the bağlama (a stringed instrument). It holds cultural significance as a form of storytelling and preserving community history, serving as both entertainment and a means of expressing collective feelings and identity among the local people.