Serkan Çağrı

Serkan Çağrı is an internationally acclaimed Turkish clarinet virtuoso, composer and educator, celebrated for blending the expressive spirit of Turkish music with contemporary world music. His career, which began with the “Best Clarinet Performer” award at the age of 13, has led to the creation of the AMATI-KRASLICE Serkan Çağrı Signature clarinet—an honor awarded to only a select few artists worldwide. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage with internationally renowned artists including Sting, Joan Baez, George Dalaras, Gipsy Kings Heritage, Ian Anderson and Buika. As the author of Türkiye’s first pedagogical method for the G clarinet and the artistic director of the International Clarinet and Balkan Music Festivals since 2012, he continues to build cultural bridges through music. His recordings, film and television projects have reached audiences worldwide, and in recognition of his cultural contribution, his hometown of Keşan honored him with a monument in 2023.