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Musical note of Maqam Hüseyni Saz Eseri by Musullu Hafiz Osman
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Musical note of Maqam Hüseyni Saz Eseri by Musullu Hafiz Osman

A musical note attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA) in Istanbul.

Bestekar Sharqi-Osman Dede Musullu
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Bestekar Sharqi-Osman Dede Musullu

A musical manuscript is attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA)

Musical note of Maqam Sharqi Hüseyni by Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)
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Musical note of Maqam Sharqi Hüseyni by Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)

A musical note attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA) in Istanbul.

Islamic Encyclopaedia Volume 33
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Islamic Encyclopaedia Volume 33

A Biography in Turkish of OSMAN DEDE EFENDİ, Musullu (From Mosul) (1840-1920) Maqam Composer and singer.

Hüzzam Şarkı by Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)
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Hüzzam Şarkı by Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)

A musical note attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA) in Istanbul.

May Your Grace Be Upon Us In This Bright and Joyful Setting Osman al-Musllu
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May Your Grace Be Upon Us In This Bright and Joyful Setting Osman al-Musllu

A musical note of Maqam Hüzzam Şarkı attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA) in Istanbul.

May Your Joy and Blessings Be Upon This Sunny Side of Ours-Hüzzam Şarkı-Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)
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May Your Joy and Blessings Be Upon This Sunny Side of Ours-Hüzzam Şarkı-Osman Dede Efendi (Musullu Hafız)

A musical manuscript of Maqam Hüzzam Şarkı in the Aksak style attributed to Osman Musllu Efendi (Hafiz Musullu) from Kemal Batanay collection at İSAM Library Archive (İKA) in Istanbul.

Hicaz İlahî attributed to Musullu Hafız Osman
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Hicaz İlahî attributed to Musullu Hafız Osman

A musical note of Maqam Hicaz İlahî attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Esendere Culture and Art Association collection in Izmir, Türkiye. Lyrics is written by Lyrics: HZ. HÜDA. The document passed from Mızıkalı Muhiddin Efendi to Mustafa Diragün. 4.11.1984 New-york.

Musullu Hafiz Osman as Maqam Instructor in Istanbul
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Musullu Hafiz Osman as Maqam Instructor in Istanbul

This is an Article at the Esendere Culture and Art Association in Turkish that explains the Turksih voilinist and member of the Istanbul Radio Ensemble was taught Maqam by Musullu Hafiz Osma.

The Biography of Hafız Osman Efendi by Dr.M.Nazmi Özalp-History of Turkish Music
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The Biography of Hafız Osman Efendi by Dr.M.Nazmi Özalp-History of Turkish Music

Hafız Osman Efendi (1840-1920) was a renowned Ottoman musician and Sufi sheikh, celebrated for his exceptional vocal talent and mastery of both religious and secular music. Born in Mosul, he moved to Istanbul, studied under famous masters, and contributed significantly to Ottoman musical tradition through performances, compositions, and teachings. Known for his melodic sensitivity and spiritual depth, he also led a notable cultural life, including a music-focused bookstore. His legacy endures in his influential works and deep impact on Turkish classical music.

A Music Bridge Between Mosul Istanbul Baghdad Hafiz Osman From Mosul by Dr. Türkan UYMAZ YAZAR
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A Music Bridge Between Mosul Istanbul Baghdad Hafiz Osman From Mosul by Dr. Türkan UYMAZ YAZAR

Sufism, literature, music, and the science of Quranic recitation are fields that have an organic connection with each other, and Musullu Hafız Osman Efendi, an important representative of this interconnectedness, played a significant role in facilitating musical interaction between Istanbul and the Arab countries.

Hüzzam Şarkı attribute to Hafız Osman Efendi
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Hüzzam Şarkı attribute to Hafız Osman Efendi

A musical note of Maqam Hüzzam Şarkı attributed to Osman al Musllu Efendi from Cuneyd Kosal collection at ISAM Library Archive (IKA) in Istanbul.