One approach, many voices

Our teaching staff come from different musical backgrounds. Lessons aim to build correct technique, a comfortable and ergonomic playing posture, and a regular practice habit. The program follows the lesson approach Anatolian Harps has developed over the years and is applied flexibly according to each student’s level.

Zeynep Öykü

Co-founder of Anatolian Harps, and a harpist and educator who has worked for many years to make the harp known and loved in Türkiye. Over 17 years of teaching, Zeynep Öykü has trained a great number of students and built deep experience through lessons and workshops. Living outside Istanbul, the artist accepts a very limited number of students and teaches in Istanbul from time to time. New student places are limited and lesson fees differ from the standard rate — contact us for availability.

Esin Hazıray

Teaches group and private lessons at our Beyoğlu studio on weekends, and private lessons at a personal studio in Güngören on weekdays. Also available for events such as receptions and openings, performing solo or as a violin–harp duo.

Buse Öztürk

Teaches at our Beyoğlu studio on weekends only, giving private lessons and leading group classes. On weekdays, lessons are available online only.

İlayda Dağca

Based in Vienna and teaching remotely — online lessons only, available in English and German. Spends certain periods of the year in Türkiye, especially summers, and is available for performances at events.

İpek Görgün Kökkaya

Teaches private lessons only, at a personal studio in Kadıköy. An artist with many years of performing and teaching experience, available for select special events and long-term performance engagements.

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