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Yalky SakaParticipant of the show "The Voice. Children"
Date of Birth: .
Country:  Turkey |
Content:
- Early Life and Musical Education
- Singing Career
- "Voice. Kids" Journey
- Post-"Voice. Kids"
- Musical Influences and Aspirations
- Personal Life
Early Life and Musical Education
Born on March 19, 2008, in Antalya, Turkey, Yalky Saka's name translates to "light in the sea" in Russian. She is the younger sister of Tais Saka, who also participated in the Russian "Voice. Kids" competition. From the age of six, Yalky and Tais attended Siderus Music Studio under Irina Akkock and studied at the international vocal school of Tatyana Dmitrik.
Singing Career
Prior to her appearance on "Voice. Kids," Yalky had already demonstrated her vocal abilities in various singing competitions. She and her sister won the 3rd "Russian Song" contest and placed second in the "Истоки" ("Origins") competition in 2017. In 2020, Yalky participated in the Azerbaijani "Voice. Kids," reaching the finals with her rendition of "Feeling Good."
"Voice. Kids" Journey
On March 19, 2021, Yalky performed Whitney Houston's "I Have Nothing" on the blind auditions of the Russian "Voice. Kids." Her soulful performance impressed all three judges—Svetlana Loboda, Basta, and Egor Kreed—and she joined Loboda's team.
Post-"Voice. Kids"
Following her success on the show, Yalky continued to pursue her singing career, participating in competitions like the "Истоки" contest. She also shared her singing and musical talents with her followers on her Instagram account, where she showcases her skills on the violin, cello, and piano.
Musical Influences and Aspirations
Yalky draws inspiration from legendary artists like Whitney Houston and dreams of becoming a professional singer. She cites her time on the Azerbaijani "Voice. Kids" with a male mentor as a valuable experience and expresses her desire to encounter the same love portrayed in the movie "The Bodyguard."
Personal Life
Outside of music, Yalky enjoys dancing, drawing, and water skiing. She is an active student who excels in physical education and English classes. Her family, including her mother (Russian), father (Turkish), and siblings, has been a constant source of support throughout her musical journey.
