The Kurdish people are known for their rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted musical tradition. In this tradition, playing the kaval has become not only a musical practice, but also the language of emotions, nature and history.

Especially in Kurdish music, the kaval stands out as an indispensable instrument with both its technical structure and the deep and emotional sounds it produces.

The sound of the kaval is a reflection of culture

The Kurdish kaval is an instrument with its own unique tone, each of which varies according to the material and mastery used in its production.

This makes it not only a wind instrument but also a carrier of spirit.

The kaval tradition continues to live in Central Anatolia

The kaval has had an important place among the Kurds of Central Anatolia for centuries.

In the past, people would come together in villages, discuss issues, tell stories, sing songs and the sound of the kaval would always echo.

Although this tradition has weakened today due to the pressure of modernization and globalization, it is a strong cultural element that continues to be kept alive.

Mustafa Çakır: Both an agricultural engineer and a pipe master

Living in the Zincirlikuyu village of Konya’s Kulu district, Mustafa Çakır is an agricultural engineer by profession, but his heart beats with the melodies of the pipe.

Continuing his interest in playing the pipe despite his advancing age, Çakır both embraces his own cultural heritage and tries to pass on this tradition to young people.