An edited version by Afrasiyab Badalbeyli

“Heyrati” (Azerbaijani: Heyratı) – is one of the rhythmic mughams of Azerbaijan. It’s performed at a key of “C rast” of “Mahur-hindi” branch.[1] Its time signature is – 4/4. It has a vital and heroic character. Musical performance like an introduction is executed after each vocal part.[1]

Mugham was used in “Leyli and Majnun” opera by Uzeyir Hajibeyov. Signal calls of Azerbaijani radio were based on the beginning notes of this mugham.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Под ред. Дж. Кулиева. (1987). Һејраты. Vol. 10. Азербайджанская советская энциклопедия: Главная редакция Азербайджанской советской энциклопедии. p. 166.
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