Toi music

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Toi
Stylistic origins
Cultural originsearly 20th century, Central Asia
Typical instruments
Derivative formsQ-pop
Fusion genres
Toi hip hop, Toi pop

Toi music (Той) is a genre of popular folk music originated from Central Asia. This genre of music is popular in countries like Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.[1][2]

Etymology

The meanings of toi or tой in several Turkic languages are either celebration, gathering, or wedding. This is due to the fact that toi music usually played at social gatherings, where toi musicians usually invited to perform in it.[3]

References

  1. ISBN 9781858286365
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  2. ISBN 9781506353388
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  3. ISSN 2330-4847
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