Violist

»Tradition should not be a prison for ideas,« says Kaan Bulak. Istanbul and Berlin are the cities that have influenced the acclaimed composer, pianist and sound artist the most and inspired him to create his very own way of making music across geographical and cultural borders. His work operates at the interface between classical, electronic and experimental music, combining the sounds of European baroque and traditional Turkish music with contemporary sound textures.

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Kaan Bulak: »Imaginary Voices – Traumklänge«

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Sounds of Dreams

Pierre Boulez Saal, Berlin

Pierre Boulez Saal

Teatro Solís, Montevideo

Solis Theater

Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires

Teatro Colón

Cultura Artística – Sala, São Paulo

Cultura Artística

Die Richard-Wagner-Akademie der Dresdner Musikfestspiele hat sich für dieses Programm mit drei außerordentlichen Kammermusikwerken beschäftigt. Im Zentrum steht dabei Richard Wagners Musik, die jedoch nicht ohne den Schatten seiner antisemitischen Haltung betrachtet werden kann, und im Gedenken an das Ende des Zweiten Weltkriegs vor 80 Jahren mit dem Schicksal und dem Wirken zweier jüdischer Komponisten in Beziehung gesetzt wird.

Musikalische Farben von Wagner, Mendelssohn und Haas Jan Vogler & Friends

Robert Schumann House

Kulturzentrum Parksäle

Richard-Wagner-Stätten Graupa (Jagdschloss)

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music at the Southbank Centre, London, on Saturday, 11 November 2023, at 19:30. The West-Eastern Divan Ensemble, led by the virtuosic Michael Barenboim alongside Hisham Khoury on violins, Miriam Manasherov and Sindy Mohamed on violas, Assif Binness on cello, David Santos Luque on double bass, Mor Biron on bassoon, Daniel Gurfinkel on clarinet, and Ben Goldscheider on horn, will grace the stage with their transcendent performances.

The evening's program promises a journey through the works of Elliott Carter with "Figment IV for Solo Viola," "Au Quai for Bassoon and Viola," and "Duettone for Violin and Cello," alongside Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's "String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major Op. 87," and culminating with Ludwig van Beethoven's majestic "Septet in E flat major Op. 20."

This performance at the Southbank Centre is a highlight of the cultural calendar, showcasing the ensemble's dedication to bridging the divide between Eastern and Western musical traditions. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the harmony and beauty of classical music brought to life by an ensemble of unparalleled talent.

Southbank Centre 2023

Southbank Centre

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music at the Mendelssohn-Festtage 2023, featuring the renowned West-Eastern Divan Ensemble. This prestigious event will take place at the iconic Gewandhaus Leipzig on Wednesday, 1st November 2023, starting at 18:00.

The West-Eastern Divan Ensemble, under the artistic direction of Michael Barenboim, will present a captivating program that includes works by Elliott Carter, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, and Ludwig van Beethoven. The ensemble, comprising talented musicians such as Hisham Khoury and Miriam Manasherov on violins, Sindy Mohamed and Assif Binness on violas, David Santos Luque on double bass, Mor Biron on bassoon, Daniel Gurfinkel on clarinet, and Ben Goldscheider on horn, promises an evening of exquisite musical performances.

The program will feature Elliott Carter's "Figment IV for Solo Viola," Mendelssohn's "String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major Op. 87," Carter's "Au Quai for Bassoon and Viola" and "Duettone for Violin and Cello," culminating with Beethoven's "Septet in E flat major Op. 20."

This event is a highlight of the cultural calendar in Leipzig, Germany, and offers a unique opportunity to experience the harmonious blend of Western and Eastern musical traditions. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music at the Mendelssohn-Festtage 2023.

Violist

Sindy Mohamed

Events

Past events

Aug 23, 2025

Kaan Bulak: »Imaginary Voices – Traumklänge« · Elbphilharmonie

Aug 23, 2025

Sounds of Dreams · Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival

Future and recently performed repertoire

Viola in String Quartet No. 11 in F minor by Beethoven

West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

Viola in String Quintet in C major D 956 by Schubert

West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

Viola in Clarinet quintet K581 in A major by Mozart

West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

Viola in Livre pour quatuor IV by Boulez

West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

Viola in String Quartet No. 13 in A minor, D. 804, "Rosamunde" by Schubert

West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

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