Festivals

The Turkish Music Festival was a remarkable celebration of Turkey’s rich musical heritage, bringing together artists and music lovers from across the community. The event featured a diverse range of performances, from traditional Turkish folk tunes to modern interpretations, offering a unique musical experience that resonated with all attendees. We were proud to showcase performances by talented musicians, including both local artists and special guests, who transported the audience on a musical journey through Turkey’s history and culture. The festival not only highlighted the depth and beauty of Turkish music but also served as a reminder of its enduring influence on global music traditions. The festival fostered a deep sense of connection and pride within our community, as attendees embraced the chance to celebrate their cultural roots through music. We are grateful to everyone who helped make this festival such a success, and we look forward to bringing more cultural events like this to the ATA-Houston community in the future.

ATA-Houston, Asia Society Texas Center and Hoppa Project presented the fourth annual Turkish Music Festival, featuring master clarinetist Ismail Lumanovski of NY Gypsy All-Stars and Secret Trio alongside Hoppa Project musicians, as well as recorded performances from Ankara Music and Fine Arts University’s traditional music masters. The program took the audience on a cultural tour of Turkey, showcasing music of the Ottoman Empire — from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea and Georgia to Bulgaria.

Children had a blast at our Children’s Day Festival! We celebrated Turkish National Sovereignty and Children’s Day on April 25th Sunday with several activities like Train Ride, Pony Ride, Petting Zoo, Arts and Crafts, Traditional Games!!! In addition, ATA-Houston Children’s Choir had a great performance.