Building a Legacy of Music, Education, and Cultural Preservation

Discover how the Idil Biret Education Initiative is preserving
the past, inspiring the present, and shaping the future.

Our Mission in Action

At the Idil Biret Education Initiative (IBEI), we are committed to preserving Idil Biret’s extraordinary legacy while inspiring new generations through education, archival preservation, and cultural outreach.

Our work reflects our belief that music and the arts are vital bridges between cultures, generations, and communities.

Though our journey has just begun, we are excited and proud to be laying the foundation for a vibrant and lasting impact.

Focus Areas

We focus our efforts across several key areas:

Educational Initiatives

We are developing educational programs, mentorship opportunities, and learning resources to inspire and guide the next generation of musicians and music lovers.

Global Outreach and Cross-Cultural Dialogue

Through curated publications, recordings, and partnerships, we seek to link cultures and generations through the universal language of music.

Preservation of Musical Heritage

We actively safeguard Idil Biret’s invaluable contributions to classical music by preserving rare recordings, personal archives, and historical artifacts.

Archival and Cultural Projects

We are working with the Idil Biret Foundation in Istanbul to digitize and share historical materials — including correspondence with world leaders, rare recordings, and documentation of Turkey’s cultural renaissance.

Current Initiatives

Here are some of the exciting projects we are currently developing:

The Idil Biret Digital Archive: Digitizing thousands of hours of recordings and documents for global access and preservation.
The Idil Biret Museum Project: Laying the groundwork for a living space for music appreciation, education, and performance.
Educational Resource Development: Creating master class materials, essays, and new learning resources for students and teachers.
Publishing New Works: Editing and publishing essays, books, and digital media highlighting music, art, and literature.

Looking Ahead

Our vision is ambitious — and it is just the beginning.

In the coming months and years, we plan to expand our educational outreach, complete large-scale preservation projects, and launch new cultural initiatives celebrating music’s enduring power.

We invite you to join us on this journey as we honor Idil Biret’s legacy and inspire future generations.

Want to be part of this vital work?

Learn how to support our mission, explore our latest projects, and help us play it forward.