Ankara Grand Arena Concert Marks Republic of Türkiye Anniversary
On October 28, the Grand Arena Concert brought together the Turkish Presidential Symphony Orchestra and classical vocalists from across the Turkic world in Ankara, en.dimashnews.com reported. The cultural program marked the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye under the organization of the Organization of Turkic States.
Performances and Repertoire at the Ankara Arena
Conductor Cemi’i Can Deliorman led the Turkish Presidential Symphony Orchestra through selections from the global classical repertoire. The evening featured Nino Rota’s “Parla più piano,” Giuseppe Verdi’s “Brindisi” from La Traviata, and Latif Khamidi’s “Bulbul.”
Vocalists from multiple nations performed during the program. The lineup included soprano Zarina Altynbayeva from Kazakhstan, tenor Murat Karahan from Türkiye, tenor Atajan Berdiyev from Turkmenistan, soprano Zaira Raimbekova from Kyrgyzstan, soprano Beril Yörekli El from Türkiye, tenor Umid Shavkat Ugli from Uzbekistan, soprano Saltanat Dauletkhanova from Kazakhstan, and tenor Ramil Gasimov from Azerbaijan.
Dimash Qudaibergen Performance Highlights
Dimash Qudaibergen, holding the titles of People’s Artist of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan alongside TÜRKSOY’s Order of the “Cultural Ambassador of the Turkic World,” attended the event as a special guest. Accompanied by the orchestra, he performed his original composition “Ұмытылмас күн” (Unforgettable Day) in Kazakh, alongside the rock classic “The Show Must Go On.”
The Kazakh artist also performed “Weekend,” a collaboration with Turkish DJ Burak Yeter, and his recently premiered song “Yazgı,” marking his first original composition in Turkish. Addressing the audience in Kazakh, English, and Turkish, the artist thanked guests and expressed his pride in performing for the people of Türkiye.
Frequently Asked Questions
What organization hosted the Ankara Grand Arena Concert?
The Organization of Turkic States organized the cultural program as part of its events marking the 103rd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye.
Which orchestra performed during the evening?
The Turkish Presidential Symphony Orchestra performed under the baton of conductor Cemi’i Can Deliorman.
What specific recognition does Dimash Qudaibergen hold from TÜRKSOY?
Dimash Qudaibergen holds TÜRKSOY’s highest honor, the Order of the “Cultural Ambassador of the Turkic World,” alongside his titles as People’s Artist of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
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