| Masters of Turkish Music | |
| Type: | compilation |
| Artist: | various artists |
| Cover: | Masters of Turkish Music.jpg |
| Released: | 1990 |
| Recorded: | 1906–1949 |
| Genre: | Turkish classical music |
| Label: | Rounder |
| Chronology: | Masters of Turkish Music |
| Next Title: | Masters of Turkish Music: Volume 2 |
| Next Year: | 1996 |
Masters of Turkish Music is a compilation album released by Rounder Records in 1990.[1] The record features 20 tracks of Turkish classical music, compiled and restored from the 78s recorded between 1906 and 1949.[2]
AllMusic critic Richie Unterberger gave a rave review to the album, stating: "The taksim (improvisations) and gazels (vocal improvisations) are extremely emotional and moving, and there is a good deal of variety in the 75-minute program, in both content and instrumentation." Unterberger also praised the sound and audio restoration on the record, writing that "even on the performances dating back to the early 20th century, the transfers seem to be clear as technology will allow."[2]
Album personnel as adapted from liner notes.[3]