Sinem Sen Gultekin: Tribute to Birsen Tezer with John R Burr
Sat, Nov 15
|Meyhouse Jazz Palo Alto Stage
Experience the elegance of Turkish Jazz with the Sinem Şen Trio. Featuring the legendary John Burr on piano and the soulful Alp Can Utku on guitar, Sinem’s voice evokes the timeless charm of Jülide Özçelik, Birsen Tezer, and Zuhal Olcay— offering an intimate, and refined take on Turkish music.
Time & Location
Nov 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Meyhouse Jazz Palo Alto Stage, 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA
Guests
About the event
Join us for a soulful night of music that bridges continents and emotions as Turkish vocalist Sinem Şen Gültekin makes her Meyhouse Jazz debut with a stunning tribute to three of Turkey’s most beloved modern vocalists: Birsen Tezer, Zuhal Olcay, and Jülide Özçelik.
Known for her rich tone and deeply expressive performances, Sinem brings a rare sensitivity to these haunting and poetic songs—evoking the quiet power of Tezer, the theatrical elegance of Olcay, and the jazz-inflected subtlety of Özçelik. Whether you’re fluent in Turkish or new to this repertoire, the emotional clarity and beauty of her voice transcend language.
Accompanying her is the renowned John R. Burr on piano, whose lush harmonies and delicate phrasing offer the perfect canvas for this deeply intimate performance. Together, they reinterpret iconic pieces from the Turkish songbook through a jazz lens—merging lyricism, longing, and improvisational beauty.
Expect an evening of reflective ballads, cinematic textures, and musical…