FROM THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS STAGES TO ISTANBUL AND ANKARA!
Two world-class stars, one stage! Welcome 2027 with a magnificent musical celebration!
From the Metropolitan Opera in New York to Teatro alla Scala in Milan, from the Royal Opera House in London to the world’s most celebrated opera festivals, two extraordinary careers come together in Türkiye in the opening days of the new year.
Internationally acclaimed soprano Aida Garifullina and one of the most distinguished tenors on the international opera stage, Murat Karahan, will share the stage for an unforgettable New Year’s Concert on January 8, 2027, at Istanbul’s Turkcell Basketball Development Center, and on January 10, 2027, at ATO Congresium in Ankara.
Two remarkable voices celebrated around the world are set to unite the excitement of the new year with the magic of music.
AIDA GARIFULLINA: A GLOBAL STAR TRANSCENDING THE BOUNDARIES OF OPERA
Having captivated audiences at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Royal Opera House in London, the Paris Opera and the Salzburg Festival, Aida Garifullina is one of the most remarkable sopranos of her generation.
Garifullina achieved a major breakthrough in her international career in 2013 when she won first prize at Operalia, the prestigious competition founded by Plácido Domingo. She also made waves in the music world with her acclaimed album AIDA, released under the Decca label.
Her fame extends far beyond the opera stage. In 2018, she performed alongside Robbie Williams at the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup, reaching millions of viewers worldwide. She also appeared at the tournament’s closing ceremony.
Through collaborations with legendary artists such as Plácido Domingo and Andrea Bocelli, her captivating stage presence and her mesmerizing soprano voice, Garifullina has established herself as one of the international stars bringing classical music to wider audiences.
MURAT KARAHAN: THE TURKISH TENOR APPLAUDED ON THE WORLD STAGE
One of Türkiye’s leading representatives on the international opera scene, Murat Karahan has achieved remarkable success at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, captivating audiences with his powerful voice and compelling dramatic interpretations.
He has performed leading roles at renowned institutions including the Vienna State Opera, the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, Deutsche Oper Berlin, the Bavarian State Opera and Teatro di San Carlo in Naples. He has also earned international acclaim for his performances at Arena di Verona, one of the world’s most celebrated open-air opera venues.
In 2019, Karahan made history at the Arena di Verona Opera Festival by performing leading roles in four of the five operas staged during the same festival season. He has performed under the direction of Plácido Domingo and appeared in productions alongside world-renowned soprano Anna Netrebko.
In 2021, he was awarded the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. In 2025, he received the Pavarotti Special Honor Award at an event commemorating the 90th anniversary of legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti’s birth.
Beyond his achievements on the opera stage, Karahan continues to reach wider audiences through his distinctive concert projects, remaining one of the most powerful voices representing Turkish opera on the international stage.
TWO EXTRAORDINARY VOICES, ONE UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT
Aida Garifullina’s elegant, emotionally rich soprano voice meets Murat Karahan’s powerful and passionate tenor in a remarkable musical encounter.
This is a rare opportunity to experience the stage presence, musical mastery and captivating interpretations of two artists celebrated with standing ovations around the world.
An extraordinary evening awaits you in the opening days of the new year — a special occasion to share with loved ones, immerse yourself in the grandeur of music and experience the incomparable excitement of live performance.
Don’t settle for an ordinary start to 2027. Create your first unforgettable memory of the new year with two stars celebrated around the world!
Reserve your place now for this extraordinary musical encounter!
