Meltem Ege

Dr. Meltem Ege—an internationally acclaimed vocalist, pianist, composer, and educator—has cultivated a unique artistic language spanning jazz, classical, contemporary, and experimental music over a stage career exceeding 25 years. In addition to winning international jazz competitions, she has performed across five continents in various projects and with symphony orchestras and big bands, appearing at international festivals and prestigious concert halls worldwide. Her latest album, *Solitude* (2025), garnered strong praise from music critics upon its release. The album drew attention for its aesthetic depth, original compositions, and an approach that explores the expressive possibilities of jazz with sincerity and a spirit of freedom; particular emphasis was placed on Ege’s musical character and her ability to merge diverse musical worlds.

Meltem Ege earned bachelor’s degrees in Piano (2006) from Bilkent University’s Faculty of Music and Performing Arts and in Jazz Voice (2010) from Berklee College of Music, followed by a master’s degree in Performance (2014) from Başkent University State Conservatory. That same year, she was accepted into the Performer-Composer doctoral program at the California Institute of the Arts, a pioneering institution in contemporary music. After successfully completing the program in 2017, she continues to serve as a full-time faculty member at the same institution.