Tar (Azerbaijani instrument)

Azerbaijani tar
Azerbaijani Tar
String instrument
Classification Tar
Craftsmanship and performance art of the Tar, a long-necked string musical instrument
CountryAzerbaijan
Reference00671
RegionEurope and North America
Inscription history
Inscription2012 (7th session)
ListRepresentative

The Azerbaijani Tar is a long-necked, plucked lute, traditionally crafted, and performed in communities throughout the Republic of Azerbaijan. The tar is featured alone or with other instruments in numerous traditional musical styles. It is also considered by many to be the country's leading musical instrument. The tar and the skills related to this tradition play a significant role in shaping the cultural identity of Azerbaijanis.

In 2012, the craftsmanship and performance art of the tar was added to the UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List.[1]