Trabzon Opera Concert at Historic Kızlar Monastery Draws Praise

The Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality hosted an "Opera Aryaları" concert in the historic Kızlar Monastery, organized by the Trabzon University State Conservatory. Soloists Gizem Soytemiz, Taha Kös and Azad Aris performed arias by Mozart, Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi, Puccini and others, with piano accompaniment from Alper Akgül of Kocaeli University. Attendees praised the blend of world‑opera repertoire with the monastery’s unique acoustics. Municipal officials said the event highlights Trabzon’s commitment to culture, art and tourism, positioning the city as a regional cultural hub.