Hüseynî: development around güçlü

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Makam studies

An introductory account of Hüseynî identifies dügâh as the final and hüseynî as güçlü. Its descending-ascending character directs attention to middle-region development and repose. The word also names a pitch, so context matters when reading.

Do not equate Hüseynî and Uşşak because some pitch relationships appear similar. Their emphasis and development differ. Map the güçlü region, expansion and final arrival separately. Changes of intonation and descending usage need the detailed source and performance examples rather than a single keyboard scale.

Example

Separate the reference pair “final: dügâh / güçlü: hüseynî” from your observations about development.

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Do Hüseynî and Uşşak have the same güçlü in these accounts?

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References

TDV İslâm Ansiklopedisi · Hüseynî

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