KAPIKO

ethno/world jazz and fusion
from istanbul

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ABOUT

KAPIKO is a powerful fusion and progressive ethno/world jazz lineup centered around the kaval – a traditional flute of Anatolia and the Balkans. KAPIKO's latest album Nova, a milestone of Turkish fusion and ethno/world jazz, has been listed among the best Turkish jazz albums of 2022 by Cazkolik magazine writers.

"KAPIKO’s new album Nova has taken its place among the vanguard of contemporary ethno/world jazz and fusion albums. Over the course of Nova’s 8 tracks, Batuhan Aydın’s unique approach to improvisation – blending traditional Turkish and Bulgarian kaval techniques with concepts of modern jazz – creates a fresh new approach to fusion and ethno/world jazz." -Zekeriya Şen

"Perhaps the most striking feature of KAPIKO's album Nova is that it incorporates the kaval into jazz; the entirety of the music though paints a greater picture. I can easily say that Nova is one of the best recordings of the year." -Feridun Ertaşkan

"Nova appeals to many different audiences, but most of all to refined music enthusiasts! You're facing an album that is ambitious in every aspect." -Murat Beşer

A wide array of traditional and progressive improvisational concepts, the mesmerizing sound of Turkish kaval virtuoso Batuhan Aydın’s soulful kaval playing, energetic stage performances and driving rhythms make the music of KAPIKO a unique experience.