Ali Alkurt Serdar Kumas Salpazari Eksela -
: A celebrated Karadeniz folk artist from the Kasımağzı village in Şalpazarı. He recently received the "Black Sea Music of the Year" award in August 2025. Known for hits like "Biri Var" and "Kar Yağsın Düğününe" , his work is a staple at regional festivals and "dernek" (association) nights.
: A master kemençe player (virtuoso) who frequently accompanies Ali Alkurt during performances. Together, they are a sought-after duo for traditional Ağasar horon (folk dance) events and local weddings. The Eksela Connection Ali Alkurt Serdar Kumas Salpazari Eksela
: Ali Alkurt's engagement in Ağasar in August 2025 was a major local event, attended by many fellow artists including kemençe masters like Serdar Kumaş and Ali Tetik. : A celebrated Karadeniz folk artist from the
: They performed together at major gatherings such as the Sis Dağı and Kadırga festivals, as well as association nights in Istanbul for the Şalpazarı diaspora. Recent Highlights (2024–2026) : A master kemençe player (virtuoso) who frequently
and Serdar Kumaş are prominent figures in the cultural scene of Şalpazarı , Trabzon, particularly known for their contributions to Black Sea (Karadeniz) folk music and the preservation of the Ağasar cultural heritage . The Artists Behind the Music