## 1 Introduction  
Music is an integral part of human culture and has been for centuries. From classical to contemporary, music continues to evolve and reach new heights, but the importance of traditional music should not be underestimated. Traditional music is the embodiment of cultural heritage, reflecting the history, values, and beliefs of a society. Turkish folk music is one such example that has roots deeply embedded in the Anatolian culture and the Turkic geography. Musical instruments are part of the historical heritage of humanity, and they must be preserved and used for performances [1]. The baglama is a traditional Turkish musical instrument that plays an important role in Turkish folk music, and is one of the symbols of Turkish culture. The baglama, also known as the saz, is a stringed musical instrument that has been played in the Turkic geography for centuries. Studies carried out to date reveal that the 'baglama' comes from the Asian 'kopuz'. The kopuz is a traditional stringed instrument from Central Asia, specifically from the Turkic-speaking regions of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan. However, it is important to note that some studies suggest that kopuz may not be the original source of the baglama. The baglama is believed to be a variation of the long-necked lutes known as tanburs, which were first mentioned in literary and iconographic sources during the Sasanian era (AD 224-651). These instruments spread across various musical traditions along the Silk Road, giving rise to a range of closely or distantly related tanburs, featuring two or more courses, occasionally doubled or tripled, a varying number of frets, and distinctive sounds, techniques, and repertoires. Similar instruments, known by different names, such as the saz or baglama, dotar or dutar, setar, dombra, and dambura, can also be found [2; 3; 4; 5]. In any case, it is safe to say that the baglama has a long history that dates back to at least the 10 th century. The baglama is a fretted long-necked stringed instrument that is played with a spectrum. It has a pear-shaped body made of wood and typically has seven strings (in three groups), although some variations may have more or fewer strings. The baglama has evolved over time and has undergone several changes in its design and construction. The original baglama was made of a single piece of wood and had two strings. Today, the instrument is played in a variety of styles, including classical, folk, and popular music [6; 7]. The baglama has continued to evolve from the past to the present day. The number of strings increased to seven, and the instrument is made with various versions such as a larger body and a shorter neck. This new design allows for even more complex and expressive playing, and is used in a wide range of musical styles [8]. Traditionally, depending on what parts of the baglama are being handled, different wood types are used. Mulberry and chestnut are typically preferred tree species if the soundbox is carved; if the soundbox is made of ribs by a pattern, then map, juniper, and mahogany are often used. For the soundboard, the component that has the greatest influence on the baglama's tone, softwoods are preferred. Spruce wood is typically utilised, although fir, beech, and cedar may also be utilised. For the neck, medium-hard woods like hornbeam and occasionally maple are utilised. The bridge is entirely made of maple, while nuts and pegs (tuning keys) are best constructed from hardwoods. They may also be made of ebony, boxwood, or rosewood [7]. The baglama family includes a variety of stringed instruments that are traditionally used in Turkish music. Some of the most common members of the baglama family from larger to smaller sizes include the \"Meydan Saz\", \"Divan Saz\", \"Cogur\", \"Bozuk\", \"Asik/Dede Sazi (Short neck baglama)\", \"Tanbura\", and \"Cura\" [8]. The cura baglama is the smallest size of the baglama family; it is a traditional Turkish stringed instrument often used as an accompanying instrument in traditional Turkish folk music.