Sivas Davul: Zurnasi

The foundation of the sound. Played with a thick stick ( tokmak ) for deep bass notes and a thin switch ( çubuk ) for sharp accents, it provides the "heavy" characteristic unique to Sivas folk dances.

A slow, dignified opening piece that showcases the technical mastery of the zurna player. Sivas Davul Zurnasi

The music is inseparable from the region's famous folk dances ( Halay ). Some of the most iconic pieces include: The foundation of the sound