# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: An evening of Turkish makam music in dialogue with the Western harp. Part of the new Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series.About this EventThe Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series continues with Makams with the Harp, an evening exploring a unique musical dialogue between Turkish makam traditions and the Western harp.Rooted in centuries-old modal practice, Turkish makam music blends composition and improvisation, offering rich melodic pathways and expressive depth. In this program, classical and folk repertoire from Turkey is brought into conversation with the harp’s resonant textures, alongside traditional instruments such as oud, kanun, violin, and percussion.The concert features Shelley Otis (harp), Volkan Efe (oud, kanun, ney, yayli tanbur), Fabio Pirozzolo (percussions), and Theresa Thompson (violin), presenting music shaped by listening, exchange, and shared musical language.Audiences can expect an intimate and immersive experience in a beautiful acoustic setting, with short spoken introductions and no prior knowledge required. This concert invites listeners into a living tradition—where sound travels freely between cultures, histories, and musical worlds.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/e6202420-f7b6-11f0-9be3-e3b7b4b0331e-rimg-w740-h740-dce9dbc3-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/watertown/bosphorus-to-boston-concert-series-makams-with-the-harp/100001980928571683
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 23.18, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Watertown
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Church of the Good Shepherd
- **lat**: 42.3687539
- **long**: -71.1759738
- **full address**: Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp being held?
  - **A:** Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp takes place on Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Avenue, Watertown, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp?
  - **A:** Ticket prices for Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp range from USD 13 to USD 23 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 23 + USD 3 feeAvailableGeneral Admission (2 for 1 deal)USD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp?
  - **A:** Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp is organized by Volkan Efe.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Watertown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Bosphorus to Boston Concert Series: Makams with the Harp sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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