Yahya Cekirge | Semih Rastgeldi Abdullah Yanik

: A poignant song about the landscapes and emotional depth of their home city.

: A high-energy track often performed at celebrations and weddings. Yahya Cekirge Semih Rastgeldi Abdullah Yanik

Together, the group achieved widespread recognition with folk classics like: : A poignant song about the landscapes and

: A playful and rhythmic lullaby that became a staple of their repertoire. Yahya Çekirge followed in the footsteps of his

Their collaborations, particularly the album Akif Çekirge Eşliğinde Asbap Geceleri, Vol. 2 (2005), captured the authentic atmosphere of these regional gatherings, making them legendary figures in the preservation of .

They didn't just play music; they led —traditional gatherings where friends and neighbors meet to share food, stories, and songs. Yahya Çekirge followed in the footsteps of his father, the master luthier Aziz Çekirge, ensuring that the soul of Urfa's folk tradition remained vibrant for new generations.

Yahya Çekirge, Semih Rastgeldi, and Abdullah Yanık are traditional Turkish folk musicians, best known for their collaborative work in the culture of Şanlıurfa. Often joined by Akif Çekirge, they formed a group that preserved and popularized the regional music of Southeast Anatolia through several albums and live performances, such as the Asbap Geceleri series. The Sound of Urfa: A Musical Story