Baturay Yarkin

A versatile and accomplished pianist, Dr. Baturay Yarkın has performed on prestigious stages globally, from Aya Irini in İstanbul to renowned festivals and concert halls in Europe, the USA, and beyond. His music transcends genres, blending classical, jazz, tango, and Ottoman/Turkish Folk music.

Baturay Yarkın (1991) was born in a family, full of generations of musicians. He resides in İstanbul, where had been a historical and cultural center of various civilizations. He won first place in Istanbul University State Conservatory, Department of Classical Piano part time program at the age of 7. He won 3rd place for European Young Pianists Competition at the age of 12, training with Prof. Meral Yapalı. He studied classical music, jazz, Argentina tango, Turkish music and composition until doctoral level graduation. He joined Yarkın Turkish Rhythm Group and performed national and international events during his high school days. The band took the stage with Ministry of Cultural Affairs İstanbul State Symphony Orchestra for an event organized for 2013 Turkish – China Year in China. He gave a special concert at Aya Irini as part of Ara Dinkjian and His Friends in 2011.