SOUNDS OF DISPLACEMENT/ GÖÇ
January 24, 2026, 7:30pm
Symphony Space, New York City, 7:30pm
The Turkish American Orchestra invites you to the opening concert of its second season. Quickly establishing itself as a cultural ambassador of Türkiye in the United States, the orchestra continues its tradition of bringing western classical, Turkish classical, and beloved popular songs into one shared space.
Displacement is never only a physical journey. It is cultures carried forward, memories reshaped, and voices finding new space. Tonight’s program honors those paths while celebrating the soundscape of a global Turkish diaspora.
PROGRAM
Ahmet Adnan Saygun – Suite for Orchestra op.14
Utar Artun – Suite for Fasıl
Cengiz Onural – The Nomad Road / Göç Yolu
Arda İskol – Echoes of Two Shores
Kervy Delcy – Uzun İnce Bir Yoldayım (Âşık Veysel)
Maile Pacumio – Freedom / Ey Özgürlük (Livaneli)
Deniz Güngören – Everything Will Be Just Fine / Her Şey Güzel Olacak (Athena)
Yağmur Soydemir – Ele Güne Karşı Yapayalnız (MFÖ)
30% discount until Dec 24th with code TAOEARLY
All students 50% off with code TAOSTUDENT
Experience the Music, Join the Movement
The Turkish American Orchestra’s debut season brought together world premieres, iconic Turkish melodies, and a powerful celebration of cultural identity. We’re just getting started.
Subscribe now to be the first to hear about oour new concerts, programs, collaborations, and unforgettable stories through music.
Meet the Founders
Artistic Board
Composer in Residence
Hadi Bakalim by Sezen Aksu, orchestration by Utar Artun
Parla (100. Yıl Marşı) by Norm Ender, orchestration by Utar Artun
Ancient Butterflies by İlkim Tongur
Learn with TAO
-
![]()
A Musical Prodigy Who Composed His First Waltz at 8
-
![]()
Pioneer of Turkish Classical Music
-
![]()
Composer, Multi-instrumentalist, Musical Innovator
-
![]()
Pioneers of Western Classical Music in Turkey
-
![]()
Saadettin Kaynak and Igor Stravinsky: Musical Giants of the Same Era
Turkish American Orchestra is proud to partner with Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF), a collaboration that plays a crucial role in advancing our shared mission of promoting arts & culture, and supporting the next generation of musicians. Through TPF, your donations are managed with the highest level of integrity and efficiency, ensuring that your contributions have the greatest possible impact.