Name: Piano Recital: Sweet Waters of Asia with Rüya Taner
Start: 2026-06-13T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-06-13T20:00:00+01:00
Location: St James's Piccadilly

$Piano Recital: Sweet Waters of Asia with R\u00fcya Taner$

A journey from Türkiye to the Silk Road, heading toward the depths of Asia.
About this Event

Sweet Waters of Asia (Asya’nın Tatlı Suları) is a concert project by internationally acclaimed pianist Rüya Taner, inspired by the historic cultural routes of the Silk Road. The performance will take place on Saturday, 13 June 2026 at 7:00 pm at St. James’s Piccadilly, London.

Conceived as a musical journey across cultures, the programme explores a sonic landscape stretching from Russia and Türkiye to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It brings together works by leading composers of the Romantic tradition, including Mikhail Glinka, Alexander Borodin, and Sergei Lyapunov, whose music reflects the 19th-century fascination with Eastern themes and tonal colours.

Alongside these are compositions by internationally recognised contemporary composers such as Fazıl Say, Kamran İnce, and Aziza Mustafazadeh, whose works bridge classical traditions with modern expression and regional influences.

The programme also highlights the rich musical heritage of Azerbaijan and Central Asia through works by Vasif Adigözalov and Rovshen Nepesov, complemented by Rüya Taner’s own piano arrangements of traditional Turkish melodies, bringing historical musical traditions into dialogue with the modern concert stage.

Following the success of her internationally presented project Sweet Waters of Europe, Rüya Taner continues her artistic exploration eastward, offering a programme that celebrates the diverse musical voices of Asia and the cultural connections that unite them.

The concert forms part of the Sweet Waters of Asia project, with Bromcom as principal sponsor, and with Yunus Emre Institute as a key cultural partner, alongside Tower Garments London and the Turkish Women’s Philanthropic Association. It is presented under the auspices of the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in London, in cooperation with the TRNC London Representative Office.

Additional Information:

Please arrive by 6:30 PM to allow sufficient time for seating. To ensure an uninterrupted experience for both performers and audience, late entry will not be permitted after 7:10 PM.
The event lasts approximately 60 - 65 minutes with no intermission.
St. James' Piccadilly is easily accessible by public transport; please check local routes and parking options.
Smart casual attire is recommended.
As seating is unreserved, we suggest arriving early.
Guests are welcome to take photos during the concert; however, we kindly ask that no flash is used and that photography remains discreet so as not to disturb the performers or audience. Please remain seated while taking photos and avoid moving around the venue during the performance.
If you share your images on social media, we would be delighted if you could tag us @yeelondra.

Professional photography and videography will be carried out exclusively by authorised personnel appointed by the organiser. Please be advised that recording and photography will take place during the event for archival, marketing, and promotional purposes. By attending this event, you consent to the Yunus Emre Institute capturing and using images and footage for these purposes.
The concert is recommended for ages 16 and above due to its immersive and contemplative format. Children aged 7 and above may attend if accompanied by an adult and provided they are able to remain seated and quiet throughout the performance. As the event runs without an interval and requires a focused listening environment, parents are kindly asked to ensure that young attendees do not disturb performers or audience members. In the event of disruption, we reserve the right to request that the accompanying adult and child step outside the hall.
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