Arguvan is one of the best-known districts of Malatya in terms of musical culture. Arguvan folk songs stand out with themes of long melody, lament, love, longing, separation, poverty and fate.
In Malatya folk music, there is a special way of singing and long melody style known as "Arguvan Ağzı" (Arguvan Style). In these songs, the way of singing is as important as the words.
Arguvan folk songs are among the cultural elements that make Malatya known not only for its food and apricots, but also for its musical memory.