Travel Tip: Jazz in United States
Fahir Atakoglu

Fahir Atakoglu

Fahir Atakoglu UNITED STATES PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA  •  The Philadelphia Museum of Art  •  Ongoing     Turkish pianist and composer Fahir Atakoglu is touring in support of his latest release Faces and Places. Band members joining Mr. Atakoglu are Anthony Jackson (bass) and Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez (drums). Born in Istanbul, award-winning composer and pianist Fahir Atakošlu is well known for his ambitious symphonic works and music for film. He has composed music for many of Turkey's top musicians, and earned a loyal international following through the release of eighteen albums, including the critically acclaimed Istanbul in Blue (2008), and his latest release Faces & Places (2009), both featuring jazz/rock fusion with traditional Turkish influences. Employing unique rhythmic, melodic and harmonic sensitivities, Atakoglu's music reflects his many different cultural influences. The Philadelphia Museum of Art Website Fahir Atakoglu Website Detailed schedule information: 5:00 pm Contact: The Philadelphia Museum of Art 26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19130 Tel: (1) 215 763 81 00 email this item to a friend