The Def (erbane), which has a great place in Kurdish culture, has been the carrier of not only music but also ritual, belief and social memory throughout history. In this video, Sami Hosseini provides important information about the origin, historical development and special place of the Erbane in Kurdish society.

🎙️ What’s in the Video?

• History of the Def (Erbane): How did the circular shape come about?

• Geography and cultural origin: How did the strong bond that the Kurds established with the Erbane take shape?

• Etymology of the concept: Where does the word Erbane come from? Why is it used in Turkey?

• Evolutionary process of the instrument: Why did the Def first become a triangle and then a circle?

• Inter-civilizational connections: How did similar instruments find a place in Greek, Iranian, Chinese and Egyptian cultures?

Through Sami Hosseini’s narration, we learn that erbane is not just a rhythm instrument; it is the relationship that humans establish with nature, society and faith. The sound of erbane has taken shape over time and has gained new meaning in the Kurdish geography.