Zildjians, Atlantic Records and Jazz: The Legacy of Istanbul in America features the NEC Jazz Orchestra alongside a mehter band in a full-day event at the New England Conservatory. Highlighting cultural connections, the concert includes the world premiere of Echoes from a Forgotten Past by faculty member Mehmet Ali Sanlikol, with performances from guest soloists like saxophonist Sam Newsome and drummer Nasheet Waits. The event also explores the historical ties between jazz and Ottoman music, honoring legacies from the Zildjian, Ertegun, and Mardin families.
