New!!! High Education opportunity in Turkish universities for Pakistani Students, YOS Exam on April 17, 2005 in Islamabad.

The Entrance Examination for the Turkish Universities and Faculties for Foreign Students (YOS) on self supporting basis is scheduled to take place on April 17, 2005 in Islamabad. The venue of the examination will be communicated in due course.

YOS 2005 Guides and Application Forms shall be obtained from the Consular Section of the Turkish Embassy in Diplomatic Enclave, Street 1, Islamabad.

DEAD LINE: Duly completed Application Form and proof of payment of the application should reach directly by the applicants to OSYM Head Quarter in Ankara by post no later than 11 March 2005. The fee for application and the examination is 50 US dollars.

OSYM Head Quarter:
Ogrenci Secme ve Yerlestirme Merkezi, OSYM-YOS, 06538, Ankara , TURKEY .

Applicants who wish to obtain more information about the examination may contact Turkish Embassy from Monday to Friday between 09.30 – 17.00 p.m.


THE GUIDELINES FOR “YOS 2005”:

Application Procedures and General Information Concerning the Examination

General Principles

1. This examination, referred to as YOS, has been designed for foreign students wishing to study in Higher Education Institutions in Turkey and on the results of this examination they can apply to Turkish Institutions of Higher Education. This examination is prepared and administered by the Student Selection and Placement Centre (OSYM).

The results of this examination are applicable only for students wishing to enrol in undergraduate programmes. Students presently enrolled in undergraduate programmes who seek a transfer, and also those who wish to follow postgraduate programmes, should apply directly to the institutions of their choice.

All correspondence between OSYM and applicants will be in either English or Turkish.

Conditions of Application

2. Applicants must hold the nationality of a country other than the Republic of Turkey or The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Applications will not be accepted from persons with Dual Nationality rights, one of which is for the countries named above. The applicants must have completed or be in their final year of secondary education in a school in which the education is equivalent to that of a Turkish Lycee.

Procedures for Application

3. Persons wishing to make application should ask for an Application Form and the OSYM-YOS 2005 Guide. Requests for these can be made in writing to: Ogrenci Secme ve Yerlestirme Merkezi, OSYM-YOS, 06538, Ankara, TURKIYE or in person to OSYM-YOS, Karyagdi Sokak No: 28, Asagi Ayranci, Ankara, TURKIYE. From November 2003 onwards these documents will be posted free of charge to those who request them in writing and handed out to those calling for them at the Karyagdi Street Office.

The guide-booklet covers application procedures and the special characteristics of the examination, and also gives detailed information concerning the evaluation of the examination results. The 2005 guide-booklet includes information on the universities which accepts foreign students, and on the higher education programmes offered by these universities, and their requirements and quotas.

In order to apply for the examination, an application form, to be read by an optical reader, must be filled up and submitted. This form asks for information concerning the applicants identification, level of education, preference as to the place of examination, and address.

4. Persons who fulfill the requirements and wish to apply should send (a) the duly completed Application Form and (b) proof of payment of the application and examination fee. These papers should reach OSYM no later than 11th of March 2005. Persons who fail to submit these two documents according to the regulations set out in the Guide and submit them by the given date will not be accepted as candidates for the examination.

5. The fee for application and the examination is 5

The Civic Sense Cartoon Contest by Turkish Embassy and Gogi Studios - Deadline Oct 30, 2004

“The Civic Sense Cartoon Contest”

Last date for submitting the entries for “The Civic Sense Cartoon Contest” which has been announced by the Turkish Embassy and the Gogi Studios on September 10, 2004, is extended untill October 30, 2004.

Cartoonists should send their entries by post to the following address:
Turkish Embassy, Diplomatic Enclave, Street No: 1, Islamabad.


Turkish Embassy “Civic Sense Cartoon Contest”:

Subject : “Civic Sense”
Categories : A:15-19 years, B:20-26 years, C:27 years and above
Size of darawings : A3 (11 inches x 16.5 inches) on the paper of your choice, in the
medium of your choice i.e. markers, pen and ink, colour, pencils, etc.
Please write your name, age, full address, contact number, institution
(for students) on the back of your entry. Please also include your CV
(for people above 18 years of age).

Prize: 1st Prize: Rs 6000,
2nd Prize: Rs 4000.
Cartoon books signed by their authors both Turkish and Pakistani for all winning entries.
Last date of submission: October 30, 2004.

The results will be announced from the web-site of the Embassy: www.turkishembassy.org.pk and through Press.

Aydın Doğan Foundation International Cartoon Exhibition, October 05-12, 2004

The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey

To celebrate the 81st Anniversary
of the Proclamation of the Turkish Republic

Aydın Doğan Foundation
International Cartoon Exhibition

Organized by
The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey
in cooperation with
the Gogi Studios
CDA and National Library of Pakistan

at
National Library of Pakistan
Constitutional Avenue, Islamabad

Inauguration on
October 05, 2004, Tuesday
at 17:00

with the participation of famous Turkish cartoonists

The Exhibition will remain open between October 06-12, 2004
from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm


Turkish Cartoonists

LATİF DEMİRCİ
Turkey

He was born in İstanbul in 1961. His first cartoon appeared in Gırgır in 1975.He worked for Mikrop Magazine between 1978 and 1979. He then worked for Gırgır and Fırt magazines for ten years.He is one of the founders of Hıbır Magazine which started to be published in 1989.After working for Hıbır, he worked for HBR Maymun Magazine.
The artist who is the creator of Canavar Koyun Orhan, Muhlis Bey, Arap Kadri,Mithat-Mirsat and Press Bey, also worked for daily newspapers and weekly political magazines like Yeni Gundem, Nokta, Panorama, Gazete Pazar and Soz.Demirci, who had had two national and three international(in the Netherlands, France and Finland) cartoon exhibitions in the 90’s, also drew posters and comic strips.He had published nine cartoon albums so far and is currently drawing for Hurriyet Pazar and İstanbul.


GURBUZ DOĞAN EKŞİOĞLU
Turkey

He was born in Mesudiye(Ordu) in 1954. He studied graphics at the State College of Fine Arts.He is presently an assistant professor at the same school, now called the Marmara University Faculty of Fine Arts.
He is drawing cartoons since 1977 and holds a total of 64 awards 23 of which are international.He had participated in numerous national and international collective displays and had nine solo exhibitions including the one in New York.He has drawn many cartoons and illustrations for various newspapers and magazines like The Forbes, The Atlantic, The New York Times as well as three covers of New Yorker.He won the first prize in 1984, second prize in 1988, awards of success in 1986 and 1987 at Hurriyet International Cartoon Competition. He is also the holder of Sedat Simavi Visual Arts Award in 1998.


Tan Oral
TURKEY

He was born in Merzifon in 1937. He studied architecture at the Fine Arts Academy. He worked at the same school as an assistant for some time. He headed for cartoons and films. He contributed to several national and international competitions and won various awards. He was honoured as “Journalist of the Year” many times. He had been the President of the Association of Turkish Artists and the Association of Cartoonists. The artist who teaches at Mimar Sinan and Eskişehir Anatolian Universities, has published six books so far. He had exhibitions in Germany, Rhodes, TRNC, Greece, France and Romania. He is currently working as a cartoonist for daily “Cumhuriyet” and for some magazines.

“Turkish Contemporary Painters Exhibition” by 11 artists, September 25-30, 2004

“Turkish Contemporary Painters Exhibition”
by 11 artists

To celebrate the 81st Anniversary
of the Proclamation of the Republic

organized by
The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey
with the participation of the
Nomad Art Gallery
and
Islamabad Foreign Women’s Association - IFWA

at IFWA Center, Street 38, F-71

Inauguration on
Saturday, September 25, 2004
at 5:00 p.m.

(The Exhibition will remain open until September 30th, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Istanbul Chamber Music Ensemble Concert, June 07, 2004

Istanbul Chamber Music Ensemble

On the occasion of
May 19, THE COMMEMORATION OF ATATURK, YOUTH AND SPORTS DAY

performing pieces from Mozart, Vivaldi, Puccini, Mendelssohn and Schubert

at Shamadan Hall Islamabad Serena Hotel

June 07, 2004, Monday
at 19:30 hrs

Co-hosted by
The Embassy of the Turkish Republic and Islamabad Serena Hotel


Istanbul Chamber Music Ensemble

Ms. Aslı Omağ - Soprano Coloratura
Mr. Gurhan Eteke – Clarinet
Ms. Gozde Ocal - Violoncello
Ms. Simten Şenpolat – Piano

Aslı Omağ - Soprano Coloratura

Born in Istanbul, Ms. Omağ graduated from Mimar Sinan University State Conservatory Opera and Performing Arts Department in 1994. She has performed in many plays staged by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Theatre. She participated in the formation of Group Turkuaz in 1995. Omağ has been performing with the Group Rapsodi since 2004 and continuing her Doctorate studies in New Port University.

Gurhan Eteke – Clarinet

As the leading artist of the Istanbul Chamber Music Ensemble, Eteke began his clarinet education at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Conservatory. He was admitted to the Sinan University State Conservatory in 1983 and graduated in 1987 with an honor degree. He performed with many orchestras and chamber music groups and gave clarinet and saxophone recitals. Eteke also worked on instructive books to teach how to play woodwind instruments. Currently Gurhan Eteke is working as an artist instructor at the Istanbul University State Conservatory and giving clarinet, orchestra repertoire and chamber music lessons.

Gozde Ocal – Violoncello:

Ms. Ocal entered Istanbul University State Conservatory in 1992, received had violoncello education and participated in the Frankfurt Kronberg Academia. She has performed in many concerts with CRR Symphonic Orchestra, Işık University Chamber Music Orchestra and Istanbul University Symphonic Orchestra. Still a student in Istanbul University State Conservatory, Ocal is continuing her violoncello classes and receiving chamber music lessons from Mr. Gurhan Eteke.

Simten Deniz Şenpolat – Piano:

Born in 1976 in Zonguldak, Ms. Şenpolat entered Mimar Sinan University State Conservatory and graduated in 2001 from the Composition and Orchestra Chief Department with a postgraduate degree. She worked as an academic in the same Conservatory between 1998-2003. She performed in many concerts in Turkey and abroad. Ms. Şenpolat is still performing in Istanbul State Symphonic Orchestra as a guest artist.

Organization is sponsored by
Turkish Airlines

Anatolian Sun Quartet Concert, May 5-6, 2004

The Embassy of the Turkish Republic
in cooperation with Volunteer Women’s Organization
presents

within the framework of the 80. Anniversary Celebrations of
the Proclamation of the Turkish Republic

“Anatolian Sun Quartet”

performing Turkish Folk Music
with bağlama, piano, violin, tambourine and clarinet

at
The Residence of the Turkish Ambassador
Ataturk Ave. No:14, Street 90, G-63

on
Wednesday, May 05, 2004 AND Thursday, May 06, 2004
at 19:30 hrs sharp
Guests to be seated by 19:15 hrs
Doors closed by 19:20 hrs

The Concert will be followed by Cocktails



R.S.V.P

Limited seating.
Entrance by Invitation Cards for Rs. 500 to be collected by April 30, 2004


For information please contact:
Sara Sehbai 0300 5171047
Sajeda Amin Jan 0300 8554714


The proceeds will go to “The Gharisti Vocational Center”
A project of Volunteer Women’s Organization




Anatolian Sun:


is a quartet which combines universal instrument techniques and authentic values through modern arrangements with the local expressions , by the touch of a gentle harmony.


Anadolu Guneşi has four members each of whom are unique virtuosi:

Kemal Birsel Sarısozen is a 65 year-old skillful performer of Turkish folk music instrument called “Bağlama”, who carries authentic tradition from the past to our day.

Dr. Uğur Alpagut is an academician and a violinist who has his Ph.D. thesis on “Adapting Turkish Folk Songs to Violin.

Erdal Gultekin is a pianist and clarinetist who combines “pop-jazz tradition” with “folk music” with skill.

Uğur Alim is a performer of “Turkish and Western Percussion Instruments”.

Virtuoso of “bağlama” has his own expression without weakening the authentic features and the virtuosi of “piano, violin and clarinet” combine their skills to form the harmony without spoiling the essence of the folk songs, which is one of the most interesting features of the quartet.

Anadolu Guneşi ,which reflects the colours of the society with great mastery, leaves an exceptional feeling together with a very quality musical taste on the audience with the combination of Turkish and Western Instruments.

The pieces performed by “Anadolu Guneşi” are considered as impressive and elegant embroidery made by the virtuosi.

The International Republic Cartoon Contest, Deadline: April 25, 2004

The International Republic Cartoon Contest

The International Republic Cartoon Contest is being organized as part of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkey. Through this contest, the Directorate General of Press and Information and the Cartoon Foundation hope to produce permanent works concerning the Republic.

· All professional and amateur cartoonists are eligible for participation in the contest by submitting cartoons on the theme of “REPUBLIC”.
· Cartoons can be drawn on A4 or A3 paper using any technique desired, and can be in black and white or colored.
· Cartoonists can submit a maximum of three original entries. Entrants should write their names and addresses on the back side of their cartoons.
· Cartoonists should send their entries by April 25, 2004 to this address:

ULUSLARARASI CUMHURİYET KARİKATUR YARIŞMASI
PK: 36406443 YENİŞEHİR ANKARA TURKEY

· The sole prize of the competition is the REPUBLIC PRIZE ($5,000) and the institutions’ commemorative plates.
· The contest jury consists of two foreign cartoonists, three Turkish cartoonists and one representative each from the Directorate General of Press and Information and the Cartoon Foundation.
· Results of the competition will be made public trough press and Internet on May 7, 2004.
· The winning cartoonist will be invited to Ankara, Turkey on May 7-12, 2004 where shehe will be the guest of the 10th International Ankara Cartoon Festival activities to receive hisher prize at the festival’s exhibition opening.
· Cartoonists chosen by the jury whose entries are included into the festival catalogue will be sent the International Republic Cartoon Contest catalogue and a certificate of participation.
· Entries will not be returned, and the International Republic Cartoon Contest organization will retain the right of publishing the cartoons.
· The International Republic Cartoon Contest exhibition will be displayed in various cities both in Turkey and abroad.
· For more information, please visit http:www.byegm.gov.tr


Directorate General of Press and Information

More info : The International Republic Cartoon Contest

NEW!! Sabanci University Undergraduate Program Applications for Foreign Students

Admission to Undergraduate Programs:

International applicants can apply directly for admission to Sabanci University undergraduate programs by submitting the required materials listed below with a completed application.

Required Standardized Tests and Scores (any of the following):

TEST SCORES:

YOS
40 on Basic Learning Skills; results not older than 2 years (organized by Student Selection and Placement Center-OSYM. Please find below detailed information about YOS).

SAT I
1100 total; 600 in the Mathematics

GCE
3 A Level on subjects relevant to the applicants chosen program

ACT
24 total in Mathematics, Science Reasoning, and Composite

IB
30 diploma grade from International Baccalaureate

Abitur
11 diploma grade from Abitur (General German High School)

Tawjihi
90 GPA in Scientific Stream from Tawjihi exams (organized in Jordan, Palestine)

Baccalaureate Libanais
70 diploma grade in Scientific Stream, Baccalaureate Libanais (organized in Lebanon)

Gaoka
540 score in the exam component relevant to the applicants chosen program, University Entrance Exam (organized in the Republic of China)

International Olympics Recipient of a gold, silver, or bronze medal in the international science olympics recognized by The Scientific and Technical Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK)


Required Documents for Application:

1. Completed Application Form: (http:www.sabanciuniv.eduenglishogrencibasvuruyos.doc)

2. Test result(s) as indicated above

3. Official transcript of the high school courses and grades sealed and approved by the Student Affairs Office of that school

4. Teacher Reference Form: Enclosed within the application package


Application Deadline:

All documents regarding application must be submitted to the address below no later than the following:

Early Application: March 1, 2004

Late Application: June 30,2004

Address: Sabanci University, Student Resources, Orhanli-Tuzla, 34956 Istanbul-Turkey


Quotas

Applications can be made to any of the following 3 programs within the specified quotas. After students complete a two-year-curriculum in their enrolled program, they declare their major from 12 diploma programs. Please click on the programs for detailed information.

Programs Quota

Engineering and Natural Sciences 30
Arts and Social Sciences 15
Economics-Management 20

Acceptance for international applicants from one country cannot constitute more than 20% of the total international student quota.

Evaluation and Announcement of the Results

Application documents are evaluated by the relevant Facultys Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee interviews the candidate by e-mail or telephone when necessary. Applicants are strongly recommended to visit the Faculty of their intended programs and tour the Sabanci University campus. During the evaluation process, candidates can meet with the faculty members by appointment.

Admission:

Applicants are informed of their acceptance in writing by the following:

Early Application: first week of April

Late Application: first week of August

Applicants accepted to Sabanci University pay a non-refundable deposit of 1,000 US dollars so as to reserve their place. This amount is then applied to the first semesters tuition fee.

University Enrollment:

The following documents are required for enrollment, which generally occurs in September:

1. Original Test Scores (YOS, SAT I, GCE, ACT, etc.)
2. High School Diploma Equivalency Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Education (Talim Terbiye Ku

More info : Instructions and information for International Applicants

High Education opportunity for Pakistani Students in Turkish universities, YOS Exam on April 18, 2004 in Islamabad.

THE EXAMINATION FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS
( 2 0 0 4 YOS )



The Entrance Examination for the Turkish Universities and Faculties for Foreign Students (YOS) on self supporting basis is scheduled to take place on April 18, 2004 in Islamabad. The venue of the examination will be communicated in due course.

YOS 2004 Guides and Application Forms shall be obtained from the Turkish Embassy in Islamabad, House No:58, Ataturk Avenue, G-63.

Applicants who wish to obtain more information about the examination may contact Turkish Embassy from Monday to Friday between 09.30 – 17.00 p.m.

DEAD LINE: Duly completed Application Form and proof of payment of the application should reach OSYM Head Quarter in Ankara (details provided below) by post no later than 12 March 2004.


Application Procedures and General Information Concerning the Examination

General Principles:

1. This examination, referred to as YOS, has been designed for foreign students wishing to study in Higher Education Institutions in Turkey and on the results of this examination they can apply to Turkish Institutions of Higher Education. This examination is prepared and administered by the Student Selection and Placement Centre (OSYM).

The results of this examination are applicable only for students wishing to enroll in undergraduate programmes. Students presently enrolled in undergraduate programmes who seek a transfer, and also those who wish to follow postgraduate programmes, should apply directly to the institutions of their choice.

All correspondence between OSYM and applicants will be in either English or Turkish.

Conditions of Application

2. Applicants must hold the nationality of a country other than the Republic of Turkey or The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Applications will not be accepted from persons with Dual Nationality rights, one of which is for the countries named above. The applicants must have completed or be in their final year of secondary education in a school in which the education is equivalent to that of a Turkish Lycée.

Procedures for Application

3. Persons wishing to make application should ask for an Application Form and the OSYM-YOS 2004 Guide. Requests for these can be made in writing to: Oğrenci Secme ve Yerleştirme Merkezi, OSYM-YOS, 06538, Ankara, TURKİYE or in person to OSYM - YOS, Karyağdı Sokak No: 28 , Aşağıayrancı, Ankara, TURKİYE. From November 2003 onwards these documents will be posted free of charge to those who request them in writing and handed out to those calling for them at the Karyağdı street office.

The guide-booklet covers application procedures and the special characteristics of the examination, and also gives detailed information concerning the evaluation of the examination results. The guide-booklet includes information on the universities which accept foreign students, and on the higher education programmes offered by these universities, and their requirements and quotas.

In order to apply, an application form, to be read by an optical reader, must be filled up and submitted. This form asks for information concerning the applicants identification, level of education, preference as to the place of the examination, and address.


4. Persons who fulfil the requirements and wish to apply should send (a) the duly completed Application Form and (b) proof of payment of the application and examination fee. These papers should reach OSYM no later than 12 March 2004. Persons who fail to submit these two documents according to the regulations set out in the Guide and submit them by the given date will not be accepted as candidates for the examination.

5.The fee for application and the examination is 50 US dollars. Other foreign currency to the equivalent of 50 US dollars, as the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey

More info : Student Selection and Examination Center - YOS 2004 Guide

Exhibition - Ottoman Palestine Era Photograph Exhibition at Lok Virsa - February 09-20, 2004

Photograph Exhibition
Social and Cultural Life in Palestine
During the Ottoman Era

by the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in collaboration with Lok Virsa Museum

Venue:
Lok Virsa Museum, Garden Avenue, Shakarparian, Islamabad

February 09-20, 2004 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM


Ottoman Palestine Era Photograph Exhibition, 1850 - 1917

Palestine incorporated into the Ottoman Empire in 1517 and remained as one of the very important districts of the Empire until the end of the World War I. The Turkish rule over this country lasted four hundred years, almost uninterruptedly.

Unlike the conquerors before them Ottomans allowed Palestinian inhabitants to peacefully coexist, regardless of their religious or ethnic background. Therefore, for many centuries the Ottoman Empire has been considered as one of the most tolerant states in the world.

During the years of the Turkish rule, the population of Palestine represented an eclectic mix of people, including, of course, a majority Muslim and Christian Arab population, but also many minorities such as Jews, Circassians, Druses, Serbs, Assyrians, Armenians and Turks…etc. who enjoyed peaceful coexistence as a natural right. There were also disproportionately large groups of foreign missionaries, teachers and diplomats and fringe groups of individual devout Christians and Jewish refugees.

After the dissolution of the Empire these holy territories have witnessed new rulers and unfortunately many wars. However, some remarkable features of the Empire can still be observed in the course of the daily socio-cultural life in Palestine. The Ottoman concept is still in the historical memories of the Palestinian people with its all-bitter and sweeter aspects.

The idea of this exhibit is not to create nostalgic feelings to the past or not to make people miss the Ottoman times. The idea is to show the remarkable cultural ebb and flow, which characterized the years of the Ottoman period. The idea is to try to find out some hints from the Ottoman rule in this territory so that they could be feasible examples for the present day. The idea of this exhibition is to remember the longest stable period of the Palestinian history with respect.

The series of photographs are on loan from the collection of Turkish Consulate General in Jerusalem. We estimate that today there are approximately 15.000 photographs in existence that were taken since the advent of the camera to the end of the Ottoman period in Palestine. Photography was used to document official occasions, travel writers and pilgrims used their cameras to record their visits and describe their experiences, and families from all walks of life posed for portraits.

Initially attracted by the Ottoman Turkish architectural imprint on monuments and structures in Palestine, the Jerusalem Turkish Consulate’s interest expanded to reflections of people as well as places. Searching the archives of Orient House, the Arab Studies Society and other local institutions, in addition to private family albums, the Turkish Consulate has uncovered a wealth of evidence regarding the social, economic and cultural life in Palestine before World War I. To date the Turkish Consulate General in Jerusalem has acquired copies of 1,500 photographs.

Viewers can step back into time and witness samplings of daily life in Palestine through black and white photographs taken between the period of 1850 and 1917. With a focus on the faces, landscapes town scenes, views of holy places and monuments, the photographs reveal the hearth beat of the people. Livelihoods are being earned, children are attending school, boys are playing soccer, a new road is under construction, and people of all religions are praying at their respective religious sites. The photographs capture the fabric of these communities and showcase their diversity and sense of harmony.

A walk through the exhibition

President of Turkey Polo Cup Final match held in Rawalpindi - December 26, 2003

President of Turkey Polo Cup Final match was held on 26th December 2003, Friday, at 1500 hours at the Race Course Park Polo Ground, Rawalpindi to commemorate the first Turkish Presidential visit to Pakistan by President Celal Bayar in 1955.

The President Polo Cup is being organised by the Turkish Embassy and the Rawalpindi Polo Club on annual basis. The Prizes were awarded to the two team members by the Industry and Trade Minister of Turkey, Ali Coşkun and Ambassador H.E. Kemal Gur after the match, that ended with a 2-2 draw.

Concert - Troupe from the Turkish State Opera and Ballet and PSO, December 17, 2003

Jazz Troupe

from the Turkish State Opera and Ballet
and the Presidential Symphonic Orchestras

performing hits of Classical Music, Jazz, Latin and Pop

Marquee Hall
Islamabad Marriott Hotel

December 17, 2003
Wednesday, 18:30 hrs

Co-hosted by

The Embassy of the Turkish Republic
and
Islamabad Marriott Hotel

Programme:
Watermelon Man
Black Orpheus
Blue Bossa
Take a train
My Way
Amor Mio
Can’t take my eyes
Beautiful Maria
Quisas
Quantana Mera
Hello Dolly
Camilio


Brief Biographies of the Artists:

Remzi Buharalı:

Born in 1963 in Kırklareli, Buharalı graduated from the Ankara State Conservatory Trombone Department in 1987. The same year he joined State Opera and Ballet’s orchestra. He became the Orchestra Director in 1996. Buharalı served as the general coordination officer during the 5. and 6. Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival and organized the following four Festivals in Aspendos.

Remzi Buharalı assumed the post of the General Director of the State Opera and Ballet in April 2000 and is an acclaimed jury member in domestic and international music contests.

Teoman Aras:

Born in 1948, Teoman Aras developed a keen interest in music from childhood which led him to play guitar, bass guitar and percussion professionally in various bands. Between 1974 and 1979, he studied and performed Rock and Blues in Sweden, Italy and Germany. Since then, he has been devoted to Rock and Blues giving concerts worldwide.

Bilgehan Erten:

Coming from family of many artists, Bilgehan Erten graduated from the Violin Department of Ankara State Conservatory (ASC) in 1983. Through her outstanding talents, she was accepted by the Turkish Presidential Symphonic Orchestra (PSO) the same year and has been playing violin with the PSO since then. Her main interest area is jazz and ethnic jazz. Ertan has contributed the US tour of Durul Gence Trio by playing piano. She is also actively performing with the Anatolian String Quartet and Asia Minor bands.

Tuncay Kayış:

Kayış studied trombone during his conservatory years and joint PSO in 1985. In 1987 in the National Music Awards Contest organized by Mimar Sinan University, he won the first degree in the Trombone category. He gave solo concerts with PSO, Cukurova State Symphonic Orchestra and İzmir State Symphonic Orchestra. Kayış, apart from his career as an academician in the Fine Arts Music Department of Middle East Technical University, is the head of the trombone group of PSO and continuing his studies in jazz music.

Atilla Şentin:

Atilla Şentin studied in the Clarinet Department of ASC. He joint the clarinet group of the PSO in 1973. Apart from PSO, he is also pursuing an academic career in the Hacettepe University and performing chamber music with Ankara Wind Instruments Quintet as a soloist in domestic and international concerts.

M. Haluk Kılıc:

Haluk Kılıc got acquainted with music during his secondary school years and began playing guitar and bass guitar. He then formed his own group went on tours in Turkey and abroad. He continues his musical life as a drum player.


Cem Sevgi:

Sevgi was born in 1978 in Erzurum. He graduated from the Trumpet Department of ASC in 1997. He received a masters degree from the Gazi University Music Faculty in 2002. Sevgi performed in various chamber music concerts and played alongside with the Hacettepe University State Conservatory Grand Symphonic Orchestra, Cukurova State Symphonic Orchestra, Bursa State Symphonic Orchestra and Presidential Symphonic Orchestra.

He is a member of Erden Bilgen’s Turki

More info : Istanbul State Opera and Ballet (site in Turkish)

Zuhal Yorgancıoglu Silk Route Fashion Shows in Pakistan by the Turkish Embassy

Silk Route Fashion Shows

Turkish Embassy has brought the splendor and wealth of the grand Turkish history and culture by the “Silk Route Fashion Shows” to Pakistan. In a week long trip prominent Turkish models presented the rich collections of Mrs. Zuhal Yorgancioglu, a world-known designer, ranging from authentic Bindalli (thousand branches) Caftans worn by Ottoman Sultans that are embroidered with gold and silver and specimens reflecting the wealth and splendor of the Harems of the Palaces of the Ottoman era to colorful silk dresses with Anatolian motifs and invaluable collage of old Turkish embroideries accompanied by modern night dresses of the Republic.

The costume collections are presented by the prominent Turkish models with traditional Turkish music keeping the mood. The Shows have been organized in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad with great success on 8th, 12th and 14th October in collaboration with Pakistan Services Limited with the sponsorship of Mobilink, Ladin Trade and Fair Organization Comp., STFA Construction Group and Turkish Airlines.

The proceeds are devoted to the flood affected children in Sind and Balochistan.

Mrs. Yorgancioglu, having presented her collections in 40 countries with more than 70 shows, is known as the artist who has woven the culture of East and West into a unique and authentic synthesis through the antique embroideries of the Turkish heritage. The “Silk Route Fashion Shows” consists of the following costumes that represent all the rich colors of the Silk Route to the shores of Bosphorus.

Bindalli – A Thousand Branches: The exquisite “Bindalli” costumes are from Mrs. Yorgancioglu’s personal collection of “caftans”. They reflect the centuries long artistic taste and splendor of Turkish women. Bindalli’s are hand embroidered with gold and silver threads and they usually represent gardens of roses, infamous Turkish tulips or carnations. These were traditional bridal costumes and were worn during wedding ceremonies which lasted for forty days and nights.

Anatolian folksong: Inspiration from the folk arts of Anatolia, the melting pot of many civilizations, reinterpreted here with the contemporary taste offering a colorful feast for the eye.

Silk Road: The tempting feel of silk and an invaluable collage of antique Turkish embroideries. This magical interpretation of the ancient Silk Road comes alive to adorn modern women after sunset.

Rulers of the Empire – The Harem of Topkapi: The most exceptional, powerful, ambitious and beautiful women resided within the splendor of the walled-in palaces of the Ottoman Sultans. These long silk dresses, hand embroidered with gold and silver are reminiscent of women of the Harem ruling by letting be ruled.

Inspirations from the noble past: Satin silk inspired by the Imperial Past of the Ottoman Palaces like Dolmabahce and the Ciragan. A magical display of femininity adorned with majestic gold and silver embroidery, represented here in classic designs creating a look that is elegant and timeless.

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Ametist Clarinet Quintet Concerts in Pakistan

AMETIST CLARINET QUINTET CONCERTS

Turkish Embassy and the Rotary Club of Islamabad Metropolitan along with the Karachi Rotary Club co-hosted the Ametist Clarinet Quintet. The group gave concerts in Islamabad and Karachi on September 10 and 14, 2003. The event was supported by TEKSER and Turkish Airlines and the proceeds are reserved for the students of the flood affected areas of Sind and Balochistan.

Ametist Clarinet Quintet:
Gurhan Eteke – Bb Clarinet
Hande Sarıcı - Bb & Eb Clarinets
Ozlem Kolat - Bb Clarinet
Selda Argeşo - Alto Clarinet & Basset-horn
Oyku Karadağ - Bass Clarinet
and
Otilia Maria Aydın – Soprano


The Ametist Clarinet Quintet was founded in 1996 by Gurhan Etekes clarinet class students of the Istanbul University State Conservatory. In a very short time these five talented young clarinetists extended their repertoire from classical to contemporary music and were recognized by the musical circles. In 2000, the group performed in the 28th International Istanbul Music Festival and in the same year won the third prize in the “Young Performers Chamber Music Competition” which was held by ANACEV in Corum. The Ametist Quintet was invited to the 4th Young Talents Chamber Music Concert in Izmir, the 7th International Eskisehir Music Festival, the 1st Afyonkarahisar Classical Music Festival and the members were invited to give lectures in different schools on classical music. In 2002, the Ametist Quintet performed in June at the 30th anniversary of the International Istanbul Music Festival and is going to give concerts in different cities in Germany during the “Europa Musicale” 3rd European Music Festival in 2003. The Ametist Quintet gave concerts in many concert halls like A.K.M. (Ataturk Culture Center), Iş-Sanat (Is Art Center) etc. and were invited to TV and radio programmes. At the moment all the members of the Quintet are Undergraduate Students in Gurhan Etekes class in the Istanbul University State Conservatory.

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Visits Pakistan, 15-17 June 2003

PRIME MINISTER OF TURKEY VISITS PAKISTAN

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan accompanied by three ministers and more than one hundred businessmen paid a two-day official visit to Pakistan on 15-17 June 2003.

Prime Minister Erdoğan held close and cordial talks with President Pervez Musharraf, Prime Minister Zaferrullah Khan Jamali, Chairman of Senate Muhammedmian Soomru and the Speaker of the National Assembly Amir Hussain and the Foreign Minister Kasuri.

The trade delegation made extensive contacts with the representatives of the Pakistan business community at a day-long meeting organized by The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Pakistan Turkish Business Forum at Islamabad Serena Hotel.

The official delegation has also met with their counterparts to discuss issues of mutual interest.

During the joint press conference, both premiers stressed the need for mutual cooperation in the field of construction, dams, defence and highways. The Turkish PM said the figure of $156 million of the volume of mutual trade was “funny”, as both countries needed to enhance their trade.

PM Erdogan stressed that Turkey would continue to support Pakistan on Kashmir and expressed the hope that the new process of dialogue between India and Pakistan would yield positive results and the issue would be resolved in the shortest possible time through dialogue. He also mentioned Turkeys request from Pakistan to establish full diplomatic relations with the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and also support its membership to the OIC.

Both the sides said they had agreed that a meeting of the prime ministers should be held once a year alternatively in Islamabad and Ankara. It was also agreed that to boost the relationship at the political level, the meetings would also take place at the ministerial and secretarial levels.

Three agreements, the Agreement on Cooperation for the Protection of the Environment, the Cooperation Agreement on Fighting Against International Illicit Trafficking in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances and International Road Transport Agreement were signed during the visit to further enhance the cooperation routes between Pakistan and Turkey.