Special Concert by the Presidential Symphony Orchestra in Ankara Marks the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations
Presidential Symphony Orchestra dedicates its concert to UN at 80
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, the Presidential Symphony Orchestra (CSO) hosted a special concert in Ankara under the baton of Maestro Antonio Pirolli, featuring violin soloist Mone Hattori.
The evening’s programme included Fazıl Say’s Violin Concerto, 1001 Nights in the Harem, and Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, Op. 35.
The concert celebrated eight decades of the United Nations’ efforts to advance peace, dignity and equality for all on a healthy planet.
In a message included in the concert booklet, Dr. Babatunde Ahonsi, UN Resident Coordinator in Türkiye, expressed his gratitude to the orchestra:
I extend my heartfelt thanks to the Presidential Symphony Orchestra for its inspiring contribution to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.
Music, as a universal language, has the power to unite people across borders and cultures. Your performance today is not only a tribute to the United Nations—it is a powerful expression of peace, solidarity, and shared humanity. Through your art, you remind us that harmony is not just a musical concept, but a global aspiration.
Thank you for lending your voice to this milestone moment, and for helping us celebrate the values that continue to guide our collective journey.
With deep appreciation,
On behalf of the UN Country Team in Türkiye
Dr. Babatunde Ahonsi
UN Resident Coordinator in Türkiye
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