Women's Voice Türkei: Serenad Bagcan & Fazıl Say

Fazıl Say

Fazıl Say's music, both as a composer and pianist, reflects life's vibrancy. His performances are unique, full of fresh ideas. Whether his own compositions or familiar pieces, he presents them in a new light. Say aims to connect with people through his music, creating a present and immediate experience.

Fazıl Say / Piano Recital

He loves the surprise, the unpredictable, the spontaneous: Fazıl Say is an impulsive pianist, an artist through and through, who turns every one of his concerts into an experience. So it is absolutely fitting that he serves up an entire half of his current programme as a surprise – entitled »Fazıl Say à la carte«, he presents a compilation of his own heartfelt works. Chef’s suggestions, so to speak, composed and recombined each time by the pianist himself. What all his works have in common is a strong connection to contemporary themes. Franz Schubert’s last sonata represents the timeless antithesis to this – written in the year of the composer’s death, it touches on the deepest human emotions, reflecting joie de vivre, longing and a premonition of death in equal measure.

Voice Over

her:voice

This year's "her:voice" Composer Festival focuses on Alma Mahler, whose "Five Songs" will be performed in Jorma Panula's orchestral version. While Mahler's husband Gustav allegedly restricted her compositions, Charlotte Sohy published under the male pseudonym Charles. Sohy's late-Romantic symphony, begun during World War I, expresses a desire for peace. The program includes Kaija Saariaho's "Winter Sky" and Anna Clyne's "Color Field," inspired by a Rothko painting.

her:voice

This year's "her:voice" Composer Festival focuses on Alma Mahler, whose "Five Songs" will be performed in Jorma Panula's orchestral version. While Mahler's husband Gustav allegedly restricted her compositions, Charlotte Sohy published under the male pseudonym Charles. Sohy's late-Romantic symphony, begun during World War I, expresses a desire for peace. The program includes Kaija Saariaho's "Winter Sky" and Anna Clyne's "Color Field," inspired by a Rothko painting.

Fazil Say Kazuki Yamada City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Fazil Say, a genre-bending oriental storyteller and pianist, has captivated audiences and critics for almost 30 years. Known for his exceptional improvisational talent, unconventional interpretations, and blend of classical, jazz, and Turkish folk music, Say's performances are described as direct, open, and exciting. He will be performing with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra under the direction of its new chief conductor, Kazuki Yamada, playing works by Berlioz and Ravel.

Say Trio & More!

Turkish exceptional artist Fazıl Say performs chamber music with musicians of the hr-Sinfonieorchester Frankfurt. He pays tribute to an extreme sport, addresses human separation issues, and humorously depicts everyday Anatolian village scenes. Also, his specialty, Mozart's music will be featured. Multiple Fazıl Say performances are to be expected at "Trio & More". Concert duration: approx. 100 minutes including intermission.

Say Bach!

A concert for two trumpets featuring two of the best trumpet players. Fazıl Say, the composer, tailored the concerto to their virtuosity and will also perform on piano alongside conductor Alain Altinoglu in Bach's Concerto for Two Pianos. The program also includes Elgar's orchestral arrangement of Bach's Organ Fantasy and Fugue and Elgar's "Enigma Variations."

Say Bach!

A concert for two trumpets featuring two of the best trumpet players. Fazıl Say, the composer, tailored the concerto to their virtuosity and will also perform on piano alongside conductor Alain Altinoglu in Bach's Concerto for Two Pianos. The program also includes Elgar's orchestral arrangement of Bach's Organ Fantasy and Fugue and Elgar's "Enigma Variations."

Dvořák's Symphony No. 9 & Fazil Say plays Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue

The Concertgebouw’s famous Main Hall is one of the best concert halls in the world, well-known for its exceptional acoustics and special atmosphere. In the Main Hall, you will feel history. Here, Gustav Mahler conducted his own compositions, as did Richard Strauss and Igor Stravinsky. Sergei Rachmaninoff played his own piano concertos in the Main Hall. This is also where musicians such as Leonard Bernstein, Vladimir Horowitz and Yehudi Menuhin gave legendary performances. Right up to now, the Main Hall offers a stage to the world’s best orchestras and musicians. Buy your tickets now and experience the magic of the Main Hall for yourself!