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23rd International Gumusluk Music Festival

The 23rd International Gumusluk Music Festival is a classical music event held in Bodrum, Turkey, specifically within a 2,500-year-old ancient stone quarry. Running from August 4 to August 8, 2026, the festival showcases international piano talent as part of its celebrated "On the Stone" concert series.

Date
Aug 4-8, 2026
Location
Bodrum
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23rd International Gumusluk Music Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Performances at a 2,500-year-old ancient stone quarry
  • International piano lineup featuring artists from Portugal, UK, Hungary, and Japan
  • The "On the Stone" concert series
The 23rd edition of the International Gumusluk Music Festival takes place in the southwestern resort town of Bodrum. A central feature of the event is the "On the Stone" series, which utilizes a historic Ancient Stone Quarry as a venue, offering an atmospheric open-air setting for classical music performances.

The 2026 program emphasizes international piano talent. The schedule includes a Fado-inspired opening concert by Portuguese pianist Vasco Dantas, followed by recitals from British pianist Charles Owen, Hungarian pianist Attila Szaniszlo, and Japanese pianist Teppei Kuroda. These artists perform a mix of traditional melodies, original compositions, and classical variations.

Organized with support from the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Bosfor Tourism, the festival continues its tradition of bringing world-renowned musicians to the Bodrum peninsula. The event serves as a significant cultural highlight for the region, blending archaeological heritage with contemporary musical excellence.

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Ancient Stone Quarry
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