The (Independence March) is more than just a national anthem; it is a "motivational musical saga" born from the fire of the Turkish War of Independence. When you hear its powerful background music (fon müziği) and see the waving flag (dalgalanan bayrak), you are witnessing the combined legacy of a poet's conviction and a composer's inspiration. 1. The Soul in the Lyrics: Mehmet Âkif Ersoy
The "fon müziği" (background music/official composition) was composed by Osman Zeki Üngör and adopted officially in 1924, though several other versions were used previously during the transitional years. istiklal+marsi+fon+muzigi+ve+dalgalanan+bayrak+top