Lyrics (if present) almost always reference the steep mountains, the mist ( sis ), and the volatile Black Sea. Where to Listen
Rapid finger movements create the "shaking" sound that signals dancers to perform the titreme (shivering) move. 2. The Rhythm: 7/8 and 7/16 Time hizli_kemence_karadeniz_horon_havasi
The most common rhythm for a fast Horon is , which provides the signature "short-short-long" pulse that makes the dance feel like it's constantly surging forward. 3. Structure of a Long Feature Lyrics (if present) almost always reference the steep
A consistent, fast pace where the rhythm is established. The Rhythm: 7/8 and 7/16 Time The most
A professional long feature is usually structured to build physical endurance for the dancers:
While it sounds like a straight-ahead gallop, Karadeniz music is famous for its .
The heart of this feature is the , a three-stringed box-shaped fiddle.