Gülsin Onay is an internationally acclaimed Turkish concert pianist renowned for her emotive performances and technical proficiency. Born in Istanbul, she demonstrated a prodigious musical talent from an early age, receiving her initial tutelage from her mother Mihrişah Onay. Onay's musical education further progressed under the guidance of distinguished instructors such as Ahmed Adnan Saygun, herself a prized pupil of the famed pedagogue Nadia Boulanger. Onay’s virtuosity was acknowledged early on when she garnered a prize at the Marguerite Long-Jacques Thibaud Piano Competition in Paris, which effectively launched her global career.

Onay's repertoire spans a wide range of classical music, with particular emphasis on the works of the Romantic and 20th-century composers. Her discography illustrates an artist with a profound connection to the classics as seen in her recordings of Beethoven and Mozart, while also showcasing her passionate advocacy for Turkish music through her interpretations of Saygun’s piano concertos. Onay's artistry extends beyond her recordings and into concert halls worldwide, where she has performed with prestigious orchestras and at renowned festivals, earning accolades for her depth of expression and technical command. Her contributions to music have been recognized with state honors in France, Poland, and Turkey, further cementing her status as a leading figure in the classical music world.

Genres

Turkish Classical Performance

Latest Release

Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart•

Gulsin Onay

Single - Released February 10, 2023