Tunisian
music is characterized by the diversity of its modes (Maqamat) and its variety of rhythms. Among the main forms
of classical Tunisian music, there is the Nouba (oldest and most authentic form of Andalusian origin,) the Chghoul
and the Bachraf (of Turkish origin.) The Arab Orient (mainly Egypt, Syria and Lebanon) has also had
an influence on Tunisian music.
Among
the best known Tunisian musicians, singers and composers are Khemais Tarnane, Raoul Journou, Saliha, Saleh Mehdi,
Ali Riahi, Hedi Jouini and Fethia Khairi. |