Taqsim

Taqsim is an improvisational musical form common in Middle Eastern music, where a soloist expresses personal emotion and creativity within a specific maqam (musical mode). It often serves as an introduction, exploring the maqam’s scales and nuances before a main performance. Taqsim is characterized by free, spontaneous melodies that showcase the musician’s skill and emotional depth. It provides a bridge between structured compositions, allowing for individual expression, and creates an immersive, expressive listening experience rooted in tradition.