Umut Fırat Yükselir (TUR)

Umut Fırat Yükselir is a Turkish composer and orchestra conductor. He studied Composition and Conducting at Bilkent University and later Film Scoring at Berklee College of Music in Boston. His works have been performed internationally, including by the Presidential Symphony Orchestra. As an award-winning composer, he has shaped numerous film and television productions with his distinctive musical language. At the 12th International MainWeltmusik Festival 2026, he will serve as the musical director and conductor of the festival orchestra.

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Hasan Yükselir (TUR)

Singer, composer, as well as founder and artistic director of the International MainWeltmusik Festival, Hasan Yükselir is regarded as one of the most versatile artists of his country. With his classically trained and exceptionally expressive voice, he combines traditional Anatolian folk songs with Western classical music, jazz, and contemporary sound worlds. Sometimes poetic and romantic, sometimes powerful and epic, he interprets the musical traditions of Anatolia through his distinctive artistic language, creating impressive musical bridges between East and West.

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Grussworte der Förderer / Schirmherren 2024

We sincerely thank all our sponsors, supporters, friends, guests, and members for their generous support, and we warmly invite all music and culture enthusiasts to join us in experiencing this special music festival!
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Divanhana (BIH)

We are thrilled to welcome Divanhana to this year’s 10th anniversary of the MainWeltmusik Festival! The band will present a captivating blend of traditional Sevdalinka and modern influences. Recently, they have collaborated with Turkish singer Suzan Kardeş and US musical star Bradley Dean, bringing Sevdalinka to Broadway for the first time. Their „Quarantine-EP“ was created during the Corona isolation, recorded on smartphones from six different cities. The album „Zavrzlama,“ recorded just before the lockdown and mixed in Sarajevo, highlights their creative adaptation to the pandemic. Celebrate with us and experience Divanhana live at the anniversary festival!

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Von Smyrna nach Piräus: Rembetiko (TUR – GRC)

Mit den Erzählungen des berühmten türkischen Schauspielers Orhan Aydın darf das Publikum die tiefgehende und emotionale Geschichte des Rembetiko erleben. Im Rahmen einer kulturellen Erfahrung, die Anadolu Blues und Rembetiko-Songs vereint, kommen Künstlerinnen und Künstler aus der Türkei und Griechenland zusammen, um die traditionelle Musik von Izmir und den westlichen…

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Flamenco Vida y Sueños (ESP)

The artists of the Flamenco group embrace Flamenco as a way of life and a dream fulfilled. For them, Flamenco is not just an expression of their personality, but also of their deepest emotions—from joy and pain to love. This captivating art form, born from the fusion of Andalusian music and Roma culture, is brought to life by dancer Marie Estrada and dancer Sandro Montero. Through rhythmic dance steps, precise clapping, and graceful arm movements, they offer the audience an immersive glimpse into the vibrant tradition of Flamenco, which was declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2010. Their performance is set to profoundly move the audience with its authenticity and intensity.

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Daria Tymoshenko (UKR / DEU)

 

We are pleased to introduce the the exceptionally talented artist Daria Tymoshenko, who will be performing at the upcoming festival. Born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Daria Tymoshenko received her training at the National Music Academy of Kyiv.

 

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Peter Zelienka (CZ, SVK, DE)

Peter Zelienka, born in Zvolen (formerly Czechoslovakia), began his musical education at the Prague Conservatory (1977-1982), studying violin with Prof. V. Benda and chamber music with members of the Dvořák Quartet. He also deepened his conducting skills with Prof. J. Kasal and Vladimír Válek. After emigrating to Germany in 1982, he continued his studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst in Frankfurt/Main and is now a distinguished musician and conductor.

The MainWeltmusik Festival is delighted to welcome Peter Zelienka as a guest artist. With his impressive career and diverse contributions, his performance is sure to be a highlight of the festival. Join us and be captivated by his exceptional talent!

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BruderHerz „Geschichten aus den Jahrhunderten“ (DEU)

BruderHerz, the dynamic duo of brothers Hagen and Friedemann Matzeit, have shared a deep passion for music since childhood. As accomplished musicians and sought-after world artists with no musical boundaries, they present „Stories from the Centuries,“ taking the audience on a captivating journey through various musical eras. Their seamless blending of familiar and unfamiliar sounds creates a unique universe. Their performance promises to be a memorable highlight of the festival.

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Rana Ayhan (TUR)

Moderation mit Expertise und Vielseitigkeit Rana Ayhan, geboren am 21. Juli 1991 in der Nähe von Frankfurt am Main als Tochter einer Familie aus Izmir, ist eine etablierte Moderatorin, die durch ihre Leidenschaft für Sprachen und ihr umfassendes Fachwissen in der Moderation überzeugt. Nach ihrem Abschluss an der Hochschule Fulda…

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