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SUMMARY:Ramadan Concert Series | LONDON | The Sound of Contemplation
DESCRIPTION:Taking place during the month of Ramadan\, The Sound of Contemplation: Silence\, Reflection\, Devotion is a concert that brings Turkish Sufi music into dialogue with the reflective and devotional atmosphere of the holy month. Organised by Yunus Emre Enstitüsü – London\, the concert will be held on Wednesday\, 4 March 2026\, at 7:30 pm at St Mary’s Church Islington. \nRamadan is a time shaped by attentiveness\, restraint\, and inward reflection. Drawing on this shared sensibility\, the concert offers an evening where music unfolds with care and intention\, allowing space for both sound and silence. Rather than presenting a fixed ritual structure\, the programme invites listening as a contemplative act\, aligned with the slower and more mindful rhythm of the month. \nThe repertoire brings together selected works from the broader tradition of Turkish Sufi music\, with a particular emphasis on Ramadan hymns and devotional pieces. While the programme draws on familiar poetic and musical sources\, it is shaped specifically for the holy month\, foregrounding themes of devotion\, humility\, and remembrance. Musical expression remains measured and unhurried\, guided by balance and pacing\, allowing each piece to breathe and the listener to remain within a reflective and grounded state. \nPoetry plays a central role in the programme\, with verses by Yunus Emre and other Anatolian Sufi poets whose words resonate closely with the ethical and spiritual tone of Ramadan. Set within the modal language of Turkish makam music\, these texts unfold gradually\, encouraging reflection rather than immediacy\, and allowing meaning to emerge through attentive listening. \nThe concert is performed by Serda Türkel Oter and Eray Cinpir (vocals)\, with Serdar Yılmaz on qanun and Tolga Oter on oud. The ensemble approaches the repertoire with a shared sensitivity to text\, proportion\, and musical restraint\, shaping the programme as a cohesive listening experience attentive to both expression and stillness. \nDesigned for audiences attentive to musical form\, poetic depth\, and context\, The Sound of Contemplation: Silence\, Reflection\, Devotion offers an intimate and focused listening experience. Within the resonant space of St Mary’s Church\, the concert invites listeners to pause\, listen closely\, and encounter Sufi music as a reflective practice deeply in tune with the spirit of Ramadan. \n\n\n\n\n📩 Questions? Email: londra@yee.org.tr \n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information: \n\nPlease arrive by 7:00 PM to allow sufficient time for seating. To ensure an uninterrupted experience for both performers and audience\, late entry will not be permitted after 7:45 PM.\nThe event lasts approximately 60 – 75 minutes with no intermission.\nSt Mary’s Islington is easily accessible by public transport; please check local routes and parking options.\nSmart casual attire is recommended.\nAs seating is unreserved\, we suggest arriving early.\nGuests are welcome to take photos during the concert; however\, we kindly ask that no flash is used and that photography remains discreet so as not to disturb the performers or audience. Please remain seated while taking photos and avoid moving around the venue during the performance.\nIf you share your images on social media\, we would be delighted if you could tag us @yeelondra.\nProfessional photography and videography will be carried out exclusively by authorised personnel appointed by the organiser. Please be advised that recording and photography will take place during the event for archival\, marketing\, and promotional purposes. By attending this event\, you consent to the Yunus Emre Institute capturing and using images and footage for these purposes.\nFor further information\, please contact us at: londra@yee.org.tr\nThe concert is recommended for ages 16 and above due to its immersive and contemplative format. Children aged 7 and above may attend if accompanied by an adult and provided they are able to remain seated and quiet throughout the performance. As the event runs without an interval and requires a focused listening environment\, parents are kindly asked to ensure that young attendees do not disturb performers or audience members. In the event of disruption\, we reserve the right to request that the accompanying adult and child step outside the hall.
URL:https://yeelondon.org.uk/event/thesoundofcontemplation/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Upper Street\, London\, N1 2TX\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Music Across Borders Session 3: The Aegean
DESCRIPTION:The archival photograph features Tanburi Refik Fersan\, Deniz Kızı Eftalya\, and Sadi Işılay performing together. \nJoin the third session of Music Across Borders\, a Listening Club series exploring the musical connections between Türkiye and its cultural neighbours. Moderated by musicologist and pianist Prof. Dr Mine Doğantan-Dack\, this session invites participants on a listening journey across the Aegean\, tracing shared musical landscapes between Türkiye and Greece and across the sunlit islands of the Eastern Mediterranean. \nSession III — The Aegean explores the deeply intertwined musical traditions of the region while reflecting on the spirit of the Aegean’s cherished ethos of “slow living.” Together\, participants will travel along the legendary Turkish Turquoise Coast\, the enchanting Greek islands\, Selanik (Thessaloniki)\, Çanakkale (Dardanelles)\, and Cyprus\, listening to musical traditions shaped by centuries of cultural encounter across the sea. \nAlong the way\, the session will explore examples from Rebetiko\, Amanes\, Zeybek\, Karşılama\, and Laïko traditions\, brought to life by legendary musicians loved on both sides of the Aegean. These include figures such as Yorgo Bacanos\, Eftalya Işılay\, Roza Eskenazi\, Markos Vamvakaris\, Stelios Kazantzidis\, Zülfü Livaneli\, Mikis Theodorakis\, Manos Hadjidakis\, Candan Erçetin\, and Nana Mouskouri. \nParticipants will also listen to unforgettable melodies from film and popular music that have shaped the region’s shared musical imagination—from the famous sirtaki of Zorba the Greek to beloved songs by Demis Roussos\, Georges Moustaki\, George Dalaras\, Sezen Aksu\, Ajda Pekkan\, and Emel Sayın. \nGuided by Prof. Dr Mine Doğantan-Dack\, the session is based on close listening and reflection\, supported by visual materials such as maps\, videos\, and instrument guides. Through attentive listening\, participants will discover how music has travelled across the Aegean for generations\, creating a rich network of shared sounds\, stories\, and emotional landscapes. \n\nSession III — The AegeanDate: Friday\, 27 MarchTime: 6:00 pmVenue: Yunus Emre Enstitüsü\, 10 Maple Street\, W1T 5HA \nLimited spaces. Turkish Coffee and Aegean delicacies will be served. \nExplore the curated listening list and playlist for this session here: \nNo musical training required – open to all music lovers and curious listeners. \nThis session is part of a six-session Listening Club series exploring musical cultures across the Balkans\, the Levant\, the Aegean\, Persia\, the Turkic world\, and the Ottoman musical sphere. For more info please click here! \nFor more information on the event\, please email us at londra@yee.org.tr \nIMPORTANT NOTES \nThis in-person event is open to participants aged 16 and above. \nPlease note that this event is first come first served and may be overbooked. To avoid disappointment\, please arrive early and secure your seat. If you have registered but are unable to attend\, please cancel your ticket to allow others to join. Thank you for your cooperation. \nPlease be advised that filming and/or photography will be taking place at the event for the purposes of archiving\, marketing\, and all other publications. By entering this event\, you consent to the Yunus Emre Institute taking photographs and videos and using them.
URL:https://yeelondon.org.uk/event/musicacrossborders_theaegean/
LOCATION:Yunus Emre Enstitüsü – London\, 10 Maple Street\, London\, W1T 5HA\, United Kingdom
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