Pontian folk music is a traditional music genre originating from the Pontus region of Turkey. It is characterized by its use of the kemenche, a bowed string instrument, and the lyra, a pear-shaped string instrument. The music is often accompanied by dance and is known for its lively and energetic rhythms. The lyrics often tell stories of love, nature, and everyday life. Today, Pontian folk music is still popular among the Pontian Greek community and has been adapted and modernized by contemporary artists.
Here is a list of pontian folk artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the pontian folk genre. You can find out what pontian folk genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
