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Kardes Turkuler is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1985 in Istanbul, Turkey. The group is known for its unique blend of traditional Turkish music with contemporary classical music, creating a sound that is both modern and rooted in tradition. The founding members of Kardes Turkuler were Arif Sag and Musa Eroglu, two musicians who were already well-known in Turkey for their work in traditional Turkish music. They were joined by a group of young musicians who shared their passion for blending traditional and contemporary music. The ensemble's name, Kardes Turkuler, means "songs of brothers" in Turkish, and reflects the group's commitment to creating music that brings people together. The group's music is often inspired by the folk songs of Anatolia, the region of Turkey where many of the members grew up. Over the years, Kardes Turkuler has had many members come and go, but the core group has remained the same. In addition to Arif Sag and Musa Eroglu, the group includes musicians such as Cengiz Onural, Ismail Tuncbilek, and Ahmet Kaya. One of the highlights of Kardes Turkuler's career was their performance at the 1994 Istanbul International Music Festival. The group's performance was a huge success, and they were invited to perform at festivals and concerts all over the world. In 1996, Kardes Turkuler released their first album, "Kardes Turkuler 1." The album was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish the group as one of the leading ensembles in Turkish music. Over the years, Kardes Turkuler has won many awards and accolades for their music. In 2000, they were awarded the prestigious "Golden Butterfly" award for their contributions to Turkish music. They have also been recognized by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism for their work in promoting traditional Turkish music. In addition to their work as a musical ensemble, Kardes Turkuler has also been involved in social and political activism. The group has been vocal in their support of human rights and democracy in Turkey, and have used their music to raise awareness about these issues. Despite the challenges that they have faced over the years, Kardes Turkuler has remained committed to their mission of creating music that brings people together. Their unique blend of traditional and contemporary music has inspired countless musicians and fans around the world, and their legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.

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