This public event will explore the historical development of Alevi music and its place within Alevi religious, cultural, and social life. Ethnomusicologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. İsmail Güngör will discuss the evolution of Alevi musical traditions, focusing on their relationship to ritual practice, oral transmission, collective memory, and identity formation. The event also aims to provide a broader historical perspective on the role of music in the preservation and transmission of Alevi cultural heritage.
The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Stefan Williamson Fa (University of Cambridge), whose research focuses on anthropology, religion, and cultural memory. The event offers an opportunity for both academic and public audiences to engage with current perspectives on Alevi music and its historical significance.
The event will take place on 12 June 2026 at 7:30 pm at DB Music, London.
Alevi Studies Network 