- Konservatoryum
- Vol: 10 Issue: 1
- Saygun’s Perspective on Tradition and the Anatolian Melodies Used in the Opera Kerem
Saygun’s Perspective on Tradition and the Anatolian Melodies Used in the Opera Kerem
Authors : Yılmaz Koç
Pages : 51-74
Doi:10.26650/CONS2023-1261770
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Publication Date : 2023-06-22
Article Type : Research Article
Abstract :This article examines the opera Kerem (Op. 28) composed by Ahmed Adnan Saygun (1907-1991) in terms of traditionalism due to how it involves elements of Anatolian traditions. The libretto of the opera was written by Selâhattin Batu (1905-1973). The subject of the opera, which consists of three acts and eight scenes, is based on the tale of Kerem and Aslı. Kerem scales identified as belonging to Âşık Kerem are thought to have been used in the work. In this context, the study discusses the Turkish folk music and classical Turkish music scales used in the work, in particular the Kerem scales, and presents detailed examples of their usage.Keywords : Ahmed Adnan Saygun, Kerem (opera), traditionalism, Kerem scales