EditorialFootage by NurPhoto
Clip ID
EF-291193
Date
28 May 2026
Duration
05:40
Resolution
3840 × 2160
IZMIR, TURKEY

Balkan Immigrant Community Celebrates Eid al-Adha Eve with Traditional Street Music

In a neighborhood founded by 1950s Macedonian and Balkan immigrants, residents gather at a local musicians' coffeehouse to celebrate the eve of Eid al-Adha with 'Arefe çalgısı,' a vibrant musical tradition. This cultural legacy is passed down through generations, with children learning instruments from a young age. Many residents work in bands playing Balkan melodies, while the younger generation increasingly studies at music conservatories. The street performance unites the community and attracts visitors to enjoy the traditional music.

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