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The research investigates how adults in Turkey define and perceive musical ability.

Perceptions of musical ability among a sample of adults in Turkey

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Mixed-methods study explores how adults in Turkey define musical ability, suggesting cultural influences.

The research investigates how adults in Turkey define and perceive musical ability.
Mixed-methods design with open-ended responses from 1,153 participants.
Thematic analysis categorized responses into six overarching themes.
Quantitative analyses examined demographic variations in perceptions.
32.7% defined musical ability as an innate gift, while 27.7% emphasized effort and learning.
Women emphasized innate qualities, whereas men highlighted creativity and autonomy.
Amateur musicians stressed emotion, while professionals focused less on this theme.

Dursun et al. (2026) studied this question.

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