We are loyal supporter of art for years

Borusan Sanat, the driving force behind the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra, was founded by Borusan Holding, one of the leading industrial conglomerates of Türkiye and a keen supporter of the arts since its foundation, which has always endeavored to contribute to Türkiye’s modernization process. Assuming that each value created by a person or institution translates into a contribution to the nation’s economic and social growth, the Holding laid the foundation for an arts institution for the advancement and sustainability of its appreciation of art. Thus came Borusan Sanat into existence in 1997. With its headquarters located on the Istiklal Avenue, an architecturally charming edifice nestled in the heart of Istanbul’s prime culture and arts district Beyoğlu, Borusan Sanat operates as an affiliate of the Borusan Kocabıyık Foundation established by Borusan Holding’s founder Asım Kocabıyık in 1992, which focuses mostly on educational activities like building primary schools, supporting higher education institutions by way of adding to their facilities and renovating their current premises.

Placing the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra (BIPO) at the core of its activities, Borusan Sanat organizes the monthly regular concerts of the orchestra as well as those of the Borusan Quartet, formed of BIPO’s group leaders. The Borusan Children’s Choir is another meaningful initiative commenced in 2002 to foster the love for classical music in children. Committed not only to organizing art events but education as well, Borusan Sanat, since 2005, provides an annual music scholarship abroad for aspiring young musicians.