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Late Romantic classics from Chausson and Brahms in Istanbul
Violinist Anna Tifu and the Tekfen Philharmonic join together for a richly played Poème before Aziz Shokhakimov conducts Brahms' First Symphony.
Beethoven “alla turca” at the Istanbul Music Festival
Beethoven meets Ottoman composer Dede Efendi in a contemporary take on the Pastoral Symphony in Istanbul.
Spirit of the dance in al fresco Istanbul Music Festival opener
Rustling trees, wandering cats and a laconic golden retriever grace the Tekfen Philharmonic Orchestra's festival opening concert.
Brooding and visceral Tchaikovsky from the Tekfen Philharmonic
An occasionally uneven but often searing set of performances from the Tekfen Philharmonic and cellist Daniel Muller-Schott.
Wandering through musical and cultural history in Istanbul's Samatya
A diverse and complex Istanbul neighbourhood hosts ensembles and programmes from across Europe and Asia
Fireworks from Yuja Wang in Turkey
Daredevil piano playing and luscious Stravinsky at the 47th Istanbul Music Festival.