10 Kasim Sarkilari May 2026

: Known for its haunting melody, this song about his birthplace (Thessaloniki) is one of the most emotional performances during the "09:05" mourning period.

: A quintessential piece of Turkish Classical Music. It is often reviewed as a "melancholic masterpiece" that perfectly mirrors the bittersweet nature of the day. 10 Kasim Sarkilari

: A more somber, lyrical piece often performed by choirs. It captures the shock and disbelief of the nation in 1938. : Known for its haunting melody, this song

These are often folk songs ( türkü ) and Ottoman classical music pieces that Atatürk himself enjoyed. On November 10, they are performed to evoke his human side—his tastes, his Rumelian roots, and his love for the arts. : Known for its haunting melody