Coеџar Yatsд± Ezanд± (uеџеџak Makamд±): Ismail

He served as the first muezzin of Ankara's iconic Kocatepe Mosque for over 40 years.

While Yatsı is often recited in the Hicaz makam to denote a sense of finality and spiritual depth, using Uşşak emphasizes a peaceful, loving transition into the night. Ismail CoЕџar YatsД± EzanД± (UЕџЕџak MakamД±)

İsmail Coşar (1950–2020) was a legendary Turkish hafız and muezzin known for his powerful voice and artistic interpretation of religious texts. He served as the first muezzin of Ankara's

İsmail Coşar's recording of this specific ezan is considered a masterpiece of the "Five Times, Five Makams" tradition, showcasing how the adhan can be a form of high art while remaining a spiritual summons. İsmail Coşar's recording of this specific ezan is

While Uşşak is traditionally most associated with the Noon (Öğle) prayer, it is also frequently used for the Night (Yatsı) prayer because of its calm and deep emotional character.

💡 This piece is a prime example of how Turkish religious music blends theological practice with centuries-old classical music theory to create a distinct cultural atmosphere.