: A mystic-minstrel who plays the Saz (a long-necked lute) while singing lyrical or epic poems.

: A more spiritual and meditative style of Ashiq music.

: The soul of the genre, the Saz is typically made from mulberry wood and features a pear-shaped body with a distinct, resonant sound. 🌟 Key Performance Styles to Explore

: This term refers to "folk melodies" or traditional air styles that have been passed down through generations. These melodies are often categorized by region, such as those from Shirvan or Borchali .