Gürkan Karacan
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Blending the ancient sounds of his roots with modern rhythms, Gürkan Karacan doesn't just play his instruments; he breathes, thinks, and speaks through them. Distinguished by his impressive voice, the artist draws inspiration from the endless sounds of Istanbul and the millennia-old melodies of Anatolia. Having come to Switzerland for his engineering studies, he rediscovered himself by building strong bridges between two cultures. His journey, which began with multi-instruments at a young age, quickly led him to prestigious stages across Europe. Gürkan is no longer just a performer, but a storyteller who creates, transforms, and generates a new universe in every performance.
"Performance That Transcends Boundaries ," by Gürkan Karacan, presents an art vision that knows no bounds with its high energy on stage. Each show invites the audience on a unique journey through time, greeting them with depth and enthusiasm. This is not just a concert; it is a meticulously woven, intensely emotional and artistic journey representing the culmination of musical power.
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A graduate of the Zurich Conservatory, the artist is a talented multi-instrumentalist who skillfully displays his academic background across a wide range of musical genres from jazz to pop, mambo to folk music. He continues his career as a key member of Gürkan Karacan & Kombo and as the music director of the Stille Kracht show at Casinotheater Winterthur.
Having been involved in music, theatre, and film projects for many years as a multi-instrumentalist and cultural ambassador, the artist has a very rich musical career. As a founding and key member of Gürkan Karacan & Kombo, he continues his artistic production with both his virtuosity and the original compositions he adds to the ensemble's repertoire.
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After completing his music studies in Lucerne, Munich, and Zurich, Stan established himself as a highly versatile musician across numerous projects. His live highlights include performing as a support act for Limp Bizkit, as well as sharing the stage with Ronan Keating and the City Light Orchestra at London’s Royal Albert Hall. His international concert tours have already taken him throughout Europe, the United States, and to India.
Elias Strebel is a drummer and percussionist who blends the rhythmic heritage of Eastern Europe with the diversity of the modern world. His performance technique, matured through various musical styles, offers him an endless world of sound and a rich tonal character. By processing traditional beats with contemporary forms, he continues to explore the boundaries of rhythm.
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As a dancer, choreographer, and instructor, she crowns her artistic identity with captivating stage performances. She uniquely interprets her passion for oriental dance and Ori Tahiti: by presenting the energy of various rhythms, she offers the audience an unforgettable experience.
Selin Süzen's musical career was shaped by her early self-taught piano lessons and conservatory training. After completing her music degree, she turned to composing, creating a unique style that synthesizes Eastern and Western influences. Actively performing on stage, Süzen also conducts choirs, directs projects, and writes songs in English, German, and Turkish.
Her musical education began at the early age of six in the children's choir of the Winterthur Conservatory. At eleven, she was admitted into the talent development program as its youngest singer, and during her secondary school years, she attended the TalentCampus Winterthur with a focus on vocal performance. In 2024, she reached the finals of the prestigious Prix Walo newcomer competition (Sprungbrett). She is currently completing her Pre-College studies at the Winterthur Conservatory and continues to further her training in both classical and modern singing.
