Established by the Limak Foundation in 2017, the orchestra has embarked on a Türkiye tour, bringing Zeki Müren’s most beloved songs to audiences in eight provinces. Following concerts in Ankara and İstanbul, the “Zeki Müren Songs” album of the Limak Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring unforgettable works such as “Şimdi Uzaklardasın,” “Elbet Bir Gün Buluşacağız,” “Veda Busesi,” and “Senede Bir Gün,” reached 20,000 art lovers nationwide within a year. Released on all digital platforms and music markets in 2018, the album garnered widespread acclaim. “A Long Road Story: The Star Traveling Alone in the Sky,” which chronicles the Limak Philharmonic Orchestra’s Türkiye tour. Released on Blutv as of June 23, 2023, the documentary offers a captivating glimpse into the orchestra’s journey, appealing to art enthusiasts nationwide.
In 2024, the Limak Philharmonic Orchestra captivated audiences in Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara with its New Year’s concerts, featuring world-renowned opera stars Murat Karahan, Rame Lahaj, and Ramón Vargas. In August, the orchestra delivered an unforgettable performance at the historic Bodrum Ancient Theater, once again joined by acclaimed opera talents. In October, it presented a unique musical experience in Ankara with the Unique Treasures of Anatolia concert, headlined by tenor Murat Karahan.
On October 30, 2024, the orchestra marked a major milestone with its first international performance at the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona—one of the world’s most prestigious concert halls and a cultural landmark of the city. The concert, conducted by Italian maestro Francesco Ivan Ciampa, featured celebrated tenor Murat Karahan and internationally acclaimed Catalan soprano Sara Blanch.
All proceeds from Limak Philharmonic Orchestra concerts are donated to the Engineer Girls of Türkiye project, a Limak Foundation initiative that supports the education of female engineering students.