We are delighted to share details of the second Ceren Necipoglu Istanbul International Harp Festival which will be held in memory of Ceren Necipoglu who dedicated her life to the art of the harp.

Ceren Necipoglu Istanbul International Harp Festival aims to continue the educational mission of Ceren Necipoglu: to share and develop harp artistry and learning, to help all participants discover new horizons, and to stimulate the development of harp culture in Turkey.

The festival, which will be held for the second time, will take place from the 14th to the 19th January 2025 in historic Beyoglu, in the enchanting city of Istanbul, Turkey, where the Asian and European Continents come together. The Festival will take place at the stunning Ataturk Cultural Centre, with its halls boasting flawless acoustic features and new event spaces such as AKM Multipurpose Hall and Music Platform on the Culture Street where most events take place, a vibrant hub of creativity and excitement, galleries, cinemas, library, eateries and more. Ataturk Cultural Centre appealing to art lovers of every age and from every geography.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Ataturk Cultural Center in 2025 where the heart of art beatsn in Istanbul.

Organizing Committee: 

Lecturer Gözde Ece Yavaş Öztürk Harp Department, Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey

A.Imre Tuylu Head of Organizing Committee and Press Relations