Music Events In Istanbul

Upcoming Music Events, Festivals And Concerts In Istanbul

Music signifies the vibrant energy of the place! Such music events in Istanbul make the city alive throughout the year. From live music shows and concerts to karaoke nights and gigs at bars and cafes, music fills the silence beautifully in Istanbul. The city has a lot for you in store, and there isn’t any lack of music events in Istanbul for classical lovers or concertgoers! Music is here to heal you and make you groove with festivals and heartfelt concerts in Istanbul. Explore such music events happening near you with us and get in the groove to set the stage on fire.

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Date Event Venue
12 May 2024 SPIRITUAL FRONT (IT) Istanbul Dorock Heavy Metal Club Dorock Heavy Metal Club, Istanbul
17 Apr 2024 Anima Musicae Chamber Orchestra İş Sanat, Istanbul
02 Apr 2024 Meyer Sound Training Series Istanbul 2024 INTRO MUSIC – TIMECODE STUDIO AKATLAR MAH. CUMHURIYET CAD. NO:4 FLOOR:2 BESIKTAS- ISTANBUL- TURKIYE
07 May 2024 ICONIC in Istanbul Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Açıkhava Tiyatrosu, Istanbul
05 Apr 2024 Salman Gambarov & Bakustic Jazz Feat. Ilhama Gasimova Cemal Reşit Rey Konser Salonu, Istanbul
18 Apr 2024 Sinan Erahin - The Soul Of Guitar Cemal Reşit Rey Konser Salonu, Istanbul
26 May 2024 Corey Taylor Maximum Uniq, Istanbul
06 Apr 2024 Dj Pinar Alkan - 90lar 2000ler Trke Pop Partisi Jolly Joker Kartal - İst Marina, Istanbul
10 Jun 2024 Palaye Royale VIP Upgrade Package - Istanbul 10624 Zorlu Performing Arts Centre's Turkcell Stage, Istanbul
08 Jun 2024 Andrea Bocelli 30. Years Concert Tüpraş Stadyumu, Istanbul

The scene of music in Istanbul

Istanbul, the multicultural hub along with being the historical and cultural centre of Turkey, has some unique characteristic features that reflect its long history of different phases, the nation's culture and even the political environment of the country. Music in Istanbul has seen an outburst both in quality and quantity. Acts like music concerts, karaoke nights and gigs fill the musical atmosphere of Istanbul. Among them, Istanbul concerts draw a large number of audience and are highly influenced by western music like rock, jazz and pop. To host this, Istanbul has numerous concert halls sprung across the city. One such is the Zorlu Center PSM, a performing arts venue in Besiktas, showcases diverse artistic genres including West End musicals, Broadway, opera, dance, classical, jazz and the best artists. It is also Europe’s largest and the world’s third largest performing arts venue. Another popular concert venue in Istanbul, Salon Iksv located at the entrance and first floor of IKSV's building is specialised in hosting classical, jazz, rock, alternative and world music concerts.


Annual music festivals in Istanbul

The love for music in Istanbul can be proved by the continuous hosting of two of the most prestigious and highly acclaimed music events of the city named the Istanbul Music Festival and the Istanbul International Music Festival apart from popular Istanbul concerts. The Istanbul Music Festival, throughout its history of around 40 years has maintained the image of playing a major role in building up an appreciation for classical music in Istanbul and Turkey and invites critically acclaimed artists from all over the world. On the other hand, the Istanbul International Music Festival that held in every June offers a wide range of European classical music along with ballet, opera and traditional musical flavours and is also known for bridging cultural and religious diversions of the city.


Live music in Istanbul

If you want to hear the real nightingales, you probably shouldn’t miss the live performances of music in Istanbul. It can also be said that the live performances fall under the category of Istanbul concerts as they are organized with a high level of professionalism. You shouldn’t leave the city without watching a live jazz performance. Talking about this, the Nardis Jazz Club, which is located at the Kuledibi Sok is one of the best places to fo live music in Istanbul. The club also features a bar where you can enjoy the warm environment with professional jazz being performed at the stage. Running parallel in quality is another place called the Dorock XL Kadıköy located at Neset Omer Sokak 3C next to Migros Shopping Center, which attracts people who love to see a live band playing in front of them.

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