Why did mozart write turkish march

1. Why did Mozart call it the Turkish March?
2. When did Mozart write Turkish March?
3. What is the meaning of Turkish March?
4. Is Turkish March from Turkey?

Why did Mozart call it the Turkish March?

Mozart himself titled the rondo "Alla turca". It imitates the sound of Turkish Janissary bands, the music of which was much in vogue at that time.

When did Mozart write Turkish March?

Mozart composed Sonata No. 11 at the age of around 27 - perhaps in 1783 in Vienna or Salzburg. The third and final movement, known popularly as the Turkish March, is in the rondo form, and was entitled 'Alla Turca' by Mozart himself.

What is the meaning of Turkish March?

A Turkish march—in Italian, marcia alla turca—is a march written by a classical composer in the Turkish style that includes particular rhythmic patterns and often features piccolos, cymbals, bass drums and triangles.

Is Turkish March from Turkey?

Wikipedia says it's not from Turkey, nor is it a music style from said country.