Tuna Culture and Art Association's Season Opening Features Loyalty and Art Gathering
During the Tuna Culture and Art Association's season opening ceremony, deceased contributors were commemorated, and the announcement of a massive public concert was made as part of the organization's thirtieth anniversary.
At the season opening program organized by the Tuna Culture and Art Association, names who have contributed to the association since 1996 and passed away were commemorated with prayers, and traditional refreshments were served.
Night of Loyalty at the Season Opening
In the meaningful program organized on the occasion of the Tuna Culture and Art Association's season opening, precious names who have labored for the association since 1996 and passed away were remembered with prayers.
Within the scope of the event, traditional halva and various refreshments were offered to the participants, and messages of unity and solidarity were given.
The Foundation Story of the Association
According to what Association President and Art Director Çiğdem Sabuncuoğlu stated, the structure was founded on May 6, 1996, to keep alive the memory of national football player Akın Kozan Tuna.
Bearing the name Tuna Neighborhood Protection and Beautification Association during its founding phase, the structure took its current title starting from 1998 as choir and culture-art activities gained weight.
Culture and Art Activities
Many music groups such as the Turkish Music Choir, Rhythm Therapy, and Rebetiko Music Ensemble continue their work actively under the roof of the association.
Additionally, various art branches and therapy workshops such as Zeybek, Sirtaki, Cha-Cha, Bachata dances, and laughter yoga are organized for the members.
Special Preparations for the Thirtieth Year
Preparing to celebrate the thirtieth year of its foundation, the association prepared a special calendar consisting of photographs of the members specifically for this period.
Usable official 30th Anniversary postage stamps and special note plaques were also designed within the scope of the celebrations.
Date Announced for the Grand Concert
Preparations have been completed for the thirtieth year opening concert where the association's Choir, Rebetiko, Rhythm, Zeybek, and Sirtaki teams will share the same stage.
The event will be held free of charge and open to the public on November 2, 2026, at 19:30 at the Ahmet Piriştina Culture Center.