Turkish Jazz and Tango Pianist (DMA)
Pianist and composer blending Anatolian textures with contemporary jazz.
“...Virtuosity of the musicians and in particular of the pianist Baturay Yarkın, whose play is not without reminding of Azeri pianists like Shahin Novrasli or Isfar Sarabski.” Jacques Pauper, co-founder of couleurs jazz radio at zebrajazz
“Yarkın has a strong sense of melody, the ability to tell melodies simply and the ability to depict allegorically. This gives him a competent expressive power.”
Feridun Ertaşkan, founder of cazkolik, editor and writer
BATURAY YARKIN
Born into a family of musicians, Baturay Yarkın was immersed in music from an early age. At the age of seven, he won first place in the part-time Classical Piano program at Istanbul University State Conservatory. By twelve, he had earned third place in the European Young Pianists Competition, studying under Prof. Meral Yapalı.
His musical education spans classical music, jazz, Argentine tango, Turkish music, and composition, culminating in a doctorate (DMA) from Istanbul University State Conservatory in 2022.
UPCOMING CONCERTS
Baturay Yarkın Trio & Nağme Yarkın Sahneport The Badau Sessions
Digital Concert · 24 April 2021
Javadoff Turkey Tour · June 2026
Serkan Çağrı North Macedonia & Kosovo Tour · 8–10 June 2026
