Ottoman and European Music in Ali Ufu i's Compendium, MS Turc 292: Analysis, Interpretation, Cultura

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The manuscript offers a unique glimpse into the transnational cultural exchange of the 17th century, authored by the Polish-born Ottoman court musician 'Ali Ufuki. It stands out for its role in the history of Ottoman music, featuring a diverse array of musical notations, song texts, and medical writings. Compiled between the 1630s and 1670s, it showcases Ufuki's efforts to translate oral compositions into a foreign notation system. This edition includes critical commentary and analysis, complementing a 2019 monograph on the subject.