36. AKBANK CAZ FESTİVALİ: ACT NIGHT: DHAFER YOUSSEF “SHIRAZ”
From his first musical training within the Sufi tradition in Tunisia to becoming one of the most distinctive musical figures of his time, Dhafer Youssef has long transcended genre boundaries with his work, blending jazz, global music and spiritual exploration. Through his music, which brings the Arab musical tradition together with contemporary approaches, he has collaborated with internationally acclaimed musicians such as Marcus Miller, Herbie Hancock and Eivind Aarset.
Shiraz (2025), Youssef’s first album as a bandleader released on the ACT label, offers an introspective journey shaped around love, gratitude, light and shadow. Dedicated to his wife, Shiraz Fradi, the album reflects the couple’s deep connection and the life they have shared together. On Shiraz, Youssef approaches the oud with the sensitivity of a chamber music instrument, while his devotional-sounding vocals and delicate falsetto passages engage in an intricate dialogue with trumpet, piano, bass, drums, as well as Nguyên Lê’s guitar and sound designs.
Dhafer Youssef will take the stage at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Platinum Sahnesi on October 7 as part of the ACT Night series, presented through a collaboration between the 36th Akbank Jazz Festival and ACT Music.
Dhafer Youssef: Oud, vocals Daniel Garcia: Piano Mario Rom: Trumpet Swaeli Mbappé: Bass guitar Tao Ehrlich: Drums
From his first musical training within the Sufi tradition in Tunisia to becoming one of the most distinctive musical figures of his time, Dhafer Youssef has long transcended genre boundaries with his work, blending jazz, global music and spiritual exploration. Through his music, which brings the Arab musical tradition together with contemporary approaches, he has collaborated with internationally acclaimed musicians such as Marcus Miller, Herbie Hancock and Eivind Aarset.
Shiraz (2025), Youssef’s first album as a bandleader released on the ACT label, offers an introspective journey shaped around love, gratitude, light and shadow. Dedicated to his wife, Shiraz Fradi, the album reflects the couple’s deep connection and the life they have shared together. On Shiraz, Youssef approaches the oud with the sensitivity of a chamber music instrument, while his devotional-sounding vocals and delicate falsetto passages engage in an intricate dialogue with trumpet, piano, bass, drums, as well as Nguyên Lê’s guitar and sound designs.
Dhafer Youssef will take the stage at Zorlu PSM Turkcell Platinum Sahnesi on October 7 as part of the ACT Night series, presented through a collaboration between the 36th Akbank Jazz Festival and ACT Music.
Dhafer Youssef: Oud, vocals Daniel Garcia: Piano Mario Rom: Trumpet Swaeli Mbappé: Bass guitar Tao Ehrlich: Drums
Doors open at 19:30 and the event starts at 20:30.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to make changes to the event venue, program, and schedule.
Everyone entering the concert venue, regardless of age, is required to have a ticket. Ticket holders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent, who must also hold a ticket.
Children under the age of 6 are not admitted to the event.
All attendees entering the event venue are required to have a valid ticket, regardless of age.
Doors open at 19:30 and the event starts at 20:30.
After the event has started, entry to and re-entry into the auditorium may only be permitted at appropriate times, in accordance with the rules determined by the organizer and venue management. To avoid interrupting the experience of other guests, attendees are kindly requested not to leave the auditorium during the performance except when necessary.
Tickets & Entry
Each ticket is valid only for the date, time, and seat indicated on the ticket.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to verify attendees' identities at the entrance. Documents other than an ID card, driver's license, or passport, as well as screenshots or digital images, will not be accepted.
For security reasons, bags and personal searches may be conducted at the entrance. Guests who do not consent to the security check may be denied entry.
Discounted tickets purchased under the Garanti BBVA Genç category are subject to limited capacity and may only be used upon presentation of a valid student ID.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to make changes to discounted ticket policies.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right, where deemed necessary, to deny entry to the event venue by refunding the ticket price.
Venue Rules
As food and beverages are sold within Zorlu PSM venues, bringing outside food and beverages into the event venue is prohibited.
Unless otherwise stated by the organizer, photography and audio/video recording are prohibited during the event. Professional cameras, photography equipment, and audio/video recording equipment are not permitted inside the event venue.
Guests are kindly requested not to use mobile phones during the event in order not to negatively affect the experience of other attendees.
Sharp, pointed, flammable, or explosive materials, as well as any items that may pose a security risk, are prohibited inside the event venue.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the indoor areas of Zorlu PSM. Guests who violate this rule may be removed from the event venue without a ticket refund, if deemed necessary.
Cloakroom service is available. Guests are responsible for any personal belongings that are not left at the cloakroom.
Zorlu PSM is not responsible for personal belongings that are lost, stolen, or left behind at the event venue. Found items are kept in accordance with Zorlu PSM's Lost & Found Procedure.
Suitcases and large backpacks are not permitted inside the event auditorium. Such items must be left at the cloakroom.
Zorlu PSM reserves the right to remove, without refund, any individuals who violate the event rules, negatively affect the experience of other guests, or pose a threat to safety.
Health & Safety
Some events may include intense lighting, lasers, strobe effects, and visual effects that may not be suitable for individuals with epilepsy.
Due to the intense lighting, lasers, and visual effects used during the event, caution is advised when using electronic devices.
In case of an emergency, following the instructions of security personnel and the event staff is mandatory.
Photography & Audio/Video Recording
Zorlu PSM and the organizer may take photographs and make video and audio recordings throughout the event.
Guests attending the event are deemed to have accepted that photographs, videos, and audio recordings taken at the event venue may be used for promotional, advertising, marketing, and corporate communication purposes.
Food & Beverage
Guests wishing to dine at Cheers Restaurant before the event are advised to make a reservation by calling 0212 912 37 76, subject to table availability.
Focamia, Ppang, Rancero, and The Grungy at the Bites & Beats area, as well as Taş Bar within Zorlu PSM, serve guests without requiring a reservation.
Transportation
Zorlu PSM can be accessed directly via Gayrettepe Metro Station on the M2 Yenikapı–Hacıosman Metro Line. Guests using public transportation are advised to consider the metro option.
Guests arriving by private vehicle are advised to arrive at the venue at least 1 hour before the event starts, due to potential congestion at Zorlu Center, in order to comfortably use the parking and valet services.
