: Dick Dale released the definitive surf rock version, originally titled " Miserlou ". Modern Legacy

: Its distinctive "Eastern" sound comes from its foundation in the double harmonic minor scale (known in Arabic music as maqam Hijaz ), featuring a characteristic augmented second interval. History of Recordings :

: The melody originated in the early 20th century within the multi-ethnic environment of the Ottoman Empire, shared among Greek, Turkish, Arabic, and Jewish musicians.

Watch Dick Dale's legendary 1963 performance of 'Misirlou', which redefined the track for a modern audience: Dick Dale & The Del Tones "Misirlou" 1963 FairDealDan YouTube• Aug 23, 2006