The Centre for World Musicians, in partnership with Soho Concept, is pleased to present a concert by Erkan Oğur and Ismail Hakkı Demircioğlu.

This event features two of Anatolia’s most respected musicians, both famous for their contributions to Anatolian folk music and their mastery of their instruments.

Erkan Oğur, the inventor of the fretless guitar, is a critically acclaimed guitarist whose influence extends beyond international boundaries. His collaboration with Ismail Hakkı Demircioğlu, a master of the strings, was praised for his artistic alchemy and deeply emotional performances. The duo’s repertoire includes a mix of old and new Anatolian folk songs, described as “a common attempt to recall” the soulful melodies of their homeland.

For more than twenty years, Oğur and Demircioğlu have been breathing new life into the songs of Anatolia, mixing traditional instruments like saz and bağlama lute with modern fretless guitar sounds. Their collaborations have resulted in several albums and concerts acclaimed around the world, drawing on musical traditions that date back to the 14th century.

This concert at the Saint-Enfant-Jésus church in Mile-End offers a rare opportunity to discover the depth and beauty of Anatolian folk music, performed by two of its most authentic and competent practitioners. Don’t miss this opportunity to attend a live performance that promises to be a sincere tribute to the rich musical heritage of Anatolia.