Pontian Folk

Pontian Folk music is a traditional folk music genre from the Pontus region of Turkey. It is characterized by its use of traditional instruments such as the kemenche (a bowed string instrument), the tulum (a bagpipe-like instrument), and the davul (a double-headed drum). The music is often accompanied by traditional Pontian dances, which are usually performed in a circle. The lyrics of Pontian Folk songs often tell stories of love, loss, and the struggles of everyday life.