The Melodic Features of Qur’ānic Recitation Tradition Among Turkic Muslims (Tatars and Bashkirs) of Russia During the Pre-Soviet Period
The article describes the melodic features of Qur’ānic recitation among the Tatars and Bashkirs in pre-revolutionary Russia. The unique phonographic records, the bibliographical works of the outstanding theologians, as well as reports of the inspectors of the “people’s schools” of Kazan province have been used. Also, the facts concerning the secular musical traditions and artistic life of the region are incorporated as additional sources.