A VICIOUS MURDER [expanded jazz orchestra with soloist]

A VICIOUS MURDER [expanded jazz orchestra with soloist]

According to some, Rumi composed some of the most beautiful mystical poetry ever written after the murder of Shams (his beloved teacher and friend) by the people of Konya who were jealous of their close relationship.

Composed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol – Performed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol & Whatsnext? featuring Dave Liebman and conducted by Ken Schaphorst

From “THE RISE UP: Stories of Strife, Struggle and Inspiration”
Video directed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol, edited by Christo Tsiaras

LOST INSIDE [Piano Trio]

LOST INSIDE [Piano Trio]

A story about having lost direction in life/not being able to see clearly ahead, and building anger/frustration inside… Composed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol — from “An Elegant Ritual” now available on ALL streaming platforms and Bandcamp: dunya.bandcamp.com 

Video directed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol and Suzi Sanlıkol
Camera operators: Suzi Sanlıkol, Christos Tsiaras and William Mozes

THE 7th DAY [Piano Trio]

THE 7th DAY [Piano Trio]

Composed by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol — from “An Elegant Ritual” now available on ALL streaming platforms and Bandcamp: dunya.bandcamp.com 

This video is a genuine reflection on the cycle of life.

Video directed and edited by Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol
Camera operators: Dr. Hüseyin Parkan Sanlıkol, Christo Tsiaras, William Mozes, Serap Kantarcı Sanlıkol, Suzi Sanlıkol, Rowan Guilderson, and a number of friends whom I cannot remember that filmed the footage from the 90s.