Jun 14, 2025 7:30 pm

JUN 14 | SAT
7:30 PM

Turkish American Orchestra

The Turkish American Orchestra returns to New York City with Moments of Istanbul, an experience that captures the vibrant contrasts of the city.

Led by Music Director Nisan Ak, the evening features a series of U.S. and world premieres, including works by Hasan Niyazi Tura, Oğuzhan Balcı, Şafak Alıcıoğlu, and Utar Artun. From newly commissioned orchestral suites to reimagined classics by Barış Manço, MFÖ, Cem Karaca, Sezen Aksu, and Neveser Kökdeş, the program captures the spirit of a city where tradition, nostalgia, and modern life converge.

Just as İstanbul embraces every walk of life, this program weaves together every color of the city’s musical palette, blending Western classical, pop, Ottoman, and contemporary sounds into one unforgettable evening.

Program Highlights 

• Oğuzhan Balcı — Sultaniyegah Sirto & Nihavend Longa (U.S. premiere)
• Şafak Alıcıoğlu — Neveser Kökdeş Fantasy (Commissioned by TAO, World Premiere)
• Utar Artun — Elegie (U.S. premiere)
• Utar Artun — Kanto Medley (Commissioned by TAO, World Premiere)
• Utar Artun — Orchestrations of Barış Manço, MFÖ, Cem Karaca, Sezen Aksu (U.S. premiere)
• Hasan Niyazi Tura — Turkish Dances (U.S. premiere)

www.turkishamericanorchestra.org

Tickets Required 

Neidorff-Karpati Hall
130 Claremont Avenue
New York, New York 10027

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The MSM Box Office will open one hour before the start of the performance.