Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Istanbul's tuneless muezzins get voice training

"Istanbul's tuneless muezzins get voice training

The singing of some of Istanbul's muezzins has drawn complaints

It is meant to be a beautiful, melodic and spiritual start to the day.

But the morning calls to prayer by some of Istanbul's muezzins and imams have had locals plugging their ears rather than reaching for their prayer books."

More:BBC News - Istanbul's tuneless muezzins get voice training