: 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
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 : A celebrated Karadeniz folk artist from the