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Between Tradition and Transformation: Shabbat Musical Practice in the Jewish Community of Istanbul
Between Tradition and Transformation: Shabbat Musical Practice in the Jewish Community of Istanbul
This talk will be about ongoing transformations in the sacred musical repertoires practiced by ḥazzanim (synagogue cantors) and their synagogue congregations in Istanbul’s contemporary Jewish community. Dr. Alpar argues that clergy and laypeople alike negotiate their religious identities as Turkish Jews in the musical choices they make. While many try to maintain the community’s local […]