Asst. Prof. Dr. Kadir Verim (President)
Lect. Sarper Eroğlu (Vice President)
Lect. Alper Rumelioğlu (Vice President)

The Instrument Department is unique with its juxtaposition of traditional Turkish music and Western music instruments: This mirrors the ideal that today’s global music will be born out of this collaboration. The Instrument Department educates instrumental performers active in Turkey and abroad in the national values that preserve traditional music. We also aim to have our students internalize the scientific method whilst supporting creative and innovative thinking.Our performers are always open to international collaboration, and are able to integrate their traditions with other formations and so make significant contributions to international projects.

The instruments taught at the department are Tanbur, Kanun, Mey, Bağlama, Zurna, Kaval, Tar, Three-string Kemençe, Four-string Kemençe, Classical Guitar, Microtonal Guitar, Kemane, Ud, Ney, Percussion, Piano, Violin, Viola, Violoncello, Double Bass, Clarinet, Flute.

E-Mail: calgi@itu.edu.tr