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ÖZCAN ATES & CHARLIE GROVES

Presented by: El Rincon
0BRISTOL: El Rincon
PThursday 16th April, 2026
N6:00pm

Event information

We’re really excited about this one. Turkish-born Özcan Ates is a rare master of the bağlama, a long-necked lute central to Turkish and Kurdish folk traditions, as well as an accomplished singer. He has performed across the UK, and is a key member of Dovetail Orchestra, Bristol’s creative music group for refugees & asylum-seekers. His music blends traditional Turkish and Kurdish folk songs, Anatolian melodies, and his own compositions. “A unique voice in the UK’s folk landscape, Ateş invites audiences into a musical world both ancient and deeply personal” (Bristol Beacon). Tonight he’ll be performing with acoustic guitarist, and member of Bristol Ensemble, Charlie Groves.

Venue information

BRISTOL: El Rincon
0298 North Street
Bedminster
bristol
BS3 1JU
> www.elrinconbar.com
! 01179393457