About Erkan Oğur
Born 1954. Erkan Oğur is a Turkish composer and classical guitarist.
Erkan Oğur (pronounced ) (born 17 April 1954) is a Turkish musician. As pioneer of fretless guitars, he invented the first fretless classical guitar in 1976. As composer, he has influenced many musicians with his compositions combining the sounds of Turkish folk music and classical music with the ancient traditional music. He has played many concerts all over the world. He is regarded as a master of the kopuz and bağlama lutes.
Biography
Erkan Oğur was born on 17 April 1954, in Ankara, Turkey. He spent his childhood in Elazığ, eastern Turkey,
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Who is Erkan Oğur?
Turkish musician (born 1954)
When was Erkan Oğur born?
Erkan Oğur was born on 17 April 1954 in Ankara.
What is Erkan Oğur's occupation?
Erkan Oğur is a composer and classical guitarist.
What nationality is Erkan Oğur?
Erkan Oğur is Turkish.
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