I documented the first commissioned Qanun Concerto premiered in the United States. Between blossom and fade: a story of heritage, memory, and renewal.
Nisan Ak
Arda işkol
Maile Pacumio
Deniz Güngören
Utar Nazan
Tahir Aydoğdu, Qanun
Ferit Tüzün
Emre Tetik
The Qanun is a centuries-old plucked zither central to Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Eastern Mediterranean musical traditions. The performance bridges Eastern musical traditions with contemporary orchestral performance.
Photo showcases Tahir Aydoğdu during the rehearsal.
Photo featured on Turkish American Orchestra official website.
Photo showcases Nisan Ak conducting the orchestra.
Photo selected on Turkish American Orchestra official instagram page.
Photo showcases the orchestra during rehearsal.
