Crossing the Bridge...Not the Brooklyn Bridge...Discovering Music in Istanbul

I had a short conversation yesterday with a lady who immigrated recently to the US and told me she was Turkish. I actually found out she was a Turk from Macedonia. That chat brought back to mind a documentary on Istanbul.

The movie in question, Crossing the Bridge is actually a guide to the local music scene.

I don't think any of the performers are known to our western ears but they range from traditional to hip-hop, singers, mix masters, jazz improvisation and many shades in between.Crossingbridge

It was directed by Fatih Akin and our guide throughout the movie is German musician Alexander Hacke.

Besides the music, you also get to enjoy splendid views of Istanbul, including boat rides on the Bosphorus.

Some of the sounds reminded me of a concert I attended in July 2003 at Central Park Summerstage with Natasha Atlas and DuOud .

If you are dreaming of a vacation, I hope this gives you some inspiration. It's a big world out there.

Also on Music and Travel: Find the Sounds of Bahia and Rio in the Bay Area and Making plans for Thursday Eve, Visit the St Kilda Beach Night Market

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