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Step into the lively atmosphere of the early twentieth century, when thousands of Ottoman coffeehouses - known as “kahvehane” - buzzed with conversation, storytelling, and live music. In the great cities of the empire, from Cairo to Istanbul, young prodogies and seasoned composers introduced musical gems that have since become beloved classics across the Middle East.