36th Akbank Jazz Festival Begins in Istanbul
Featuring international jazz artists, the event will offer music lovers unforgettable moments with its rich program and special concerts.
Realized in collaboration with Akbank Sanat and BKM, the 36th Akbank Jazz Festival is welcoming leading names of contemporary world music to Istanbul under the theme "The State of Jazz in the City".
Theme and Scope of the Festival
Organized in collaboration with Akbank Sanat and BKM, the 36th Akbank Jazz Festival meets music lovers with the theme "The State of Jazz in the City". The event offers a very rich content ranging from contemporary jazz to Afro-Cuban music, electronic productions to Mediterranean melodies.
Stage Program of International Stars
Prominent names of the international jazz scene take part in the festival's program spread across different stages in Istanbul. Within the scope of the events, world-renowned artists such as Dhafer Youssef, Yazmin Lacey, Arturo Sandoval, and Sasha Berliner will give concerts.
Special Celebrations and Concerts
Trumpeter İmer Demirer is preparing to celebrate his 50th year in art with a special concert on October 9. The program also includes performances by valuable names such as Nicole Zuraitis, Yasmine Hamdan, Samora Pinderhughes Trio, and Kassa Overall.
Jazz Clubs and Closing Events
Ezgi Sevgi Can, Cansu Nihal Akarsu, and Cenk Esen will take the stage in the Jazz Clubs Night series to be held in various venues. The festival will end on its closing day, October 11, with special projects and audiovisual shows.
Academic and Cultural Encounters
In addition to stage performances, listening events on rhythm are organized at the festival, which also allows for academic and cultural encounters. Expert names discuss the role of publishing institutions in the development of jazz music.