Ali Doğan Gönültaş

Ali Doğan Gönültaş brings his deeply moving and contemporary interpretation of Anatolian and Kurdish folk traditions to Kings Place. Blending haunting vocals with rich instrumental textures, this special concert offers an intimate journey through memory, heritage, and storytelling.

Ali Doğan Gönültaş makes his London debut at Kings Place with a captivating performance rooted in the musical traditions of Anatolia and Mesopotamia. Acclaimed for his soulful voice and deeply expressive interpretations, Ali Doğan Gönültaş draws from Kurdish, Armenian, and Anatolian folk heritage, weaving together songs that carry stories of migration, memory, and resilience.

Combining traditional instrumentation with a contemporary sensibility, his music creates an intimate and immersive concert experience that transcends borders and generations. His critically acclaimed work has earned recognition across Europe for its emotional depth and authenticity, positioning him as one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary folk music.

Presented by ArtStage, this special concert offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience an artist whose work bridges tradition and modernity through powerful storytelling and masterful musicianship.

‘Gönültaş is a real star’ Simon Broughton, Songlines Magazine

This event will last approximately 80 minutes, including an interval.