Turning Points in Jazz History
Defining jazz and tracing its boundaries is as challenging as narrating its origins from a historical perspective. Since the first known jazz recording, the history of jazz has given rise to a wide spectrum of styles and movements, often sparking and shaping one another. These movements have long been recognized as reflections of Afro-American cultural, social, and political transformations. This panel, taking place on October 5 at Bağlarbaşı Cultural Center as part of the 35th Akbank Jazz Festival, will briefly revisit such revolutionary shifts in jazz history and highlight the musicians who drove these transformative periods.
Moderator: Hakan Tüfekçi
Panelists:
Hakan Atala
Atilla Ayginin
Eray Düzgünsoy
* The event is free, you can get your event participation invitation by clicking here.
5 October 2025 Sunday 15:00
Bağlarbaşı Cultural Center
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