Turkish Presidential Symphony Orchestra may tour Armenia
While diplomatic efforts continue for the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia, a cultural rapprochement between the two nations is on the horizon as Turkey's Presidential Symphony Orchestra plans a visit to Yerevan, Hurriyet Daily reports.
Music director of the orchestra, Rengim Gokmen, confirmed the possibility of a visit. "The orchestra could travel to Armenia. However, we should assess the process of improving relations first," Gokmen said, adding that in the event of the normalization of relations, such a tour could be held with the authorization of President Abdullah Gul.
The rapprochement in the cultural arena between the two countries dates back to 2005 when the Armenian State Opera and Ballet traveled in Istanbul and performed at the Ataturk Cultural Center. However, due to inadequate advertising, the performance did not attract large audience.
Music director of the orchestra, Rengim Gokmen, confirmed the possibility of a visit. "The orchestra could travel to Armenia. However, we should assess the process of improving relations first," Gokmen said, adding that in the event of the normalization of relations, such a tour could be held with the authorization of President Abdullah Gul.
The rapprochement in the cultural arena between the two countries dates back to 2005 when the Armenian State Opera and Ballet traveled in Istanbul and performed at the Ataturk Cultural Center. However, due to inadequate advertising, the performance did not attract large audience.
