My memories of Maestro were his generous and loving disposition, his unlimited efforts and service of bringing humanity through music to everyone around him and throughout internationally. As a young soprano who won the Mathy Award (1998), he fostered in me through many an individual sessions without charging a dime, an unconditional love of music, not for the sake of fame, money or vanity, but for the sheer joy of wanting to share it with mankind to help make the world a better place. May God have mercy on your soul Maestro. With deeply heartfelt condolences to his family. Peace and Love. Ayse Goknur Shanal


My memories of Maestro were his generous and loving disposition, his unlimited efforts and service of bringing humanity through music to everyone around him and throughout internationally. As a young soprano who won the Mathy Award (1998), he fostered in me through many an individual sessions without charging a dime, an unconditional love of music, not for the sake of fame, money or vanity, but for the sheer joy of wanting to share it with mankind to help make the world a better place. May God have mercy on your soul Maestro. With deeply heartfelt condolences to his family. Peace and Love. Ayse Goknur Shanal