California Turkish-American Orchestra
Where Turkish melody meets the symphony.
CATAMO introduces Turkish music and culture with exceptional artistic excellence through symphonic and jazz orchestral forms across the United States.
Our Mission
A perfect blend of two musical languages.
We present Türkiye's artistic depth to international audiences through Western symphonic music — weaving together mesmerizing Turkish melodies, ornaments, maqams and instrumental beauty.
By performing international and Turkish music within the same concert, we introduce Turkish modal and rhythmic structures within Western symphonic forms, strengthening the ties between American and Turkish societies.
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Seven ways to experience the music.
7 November 2026
A new CATAMO concert is coming. Full program, venue and ticket details will be announced soon — check back on our Events page for updates.
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CATAMO is a project under AKM, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your gift is tax-deductible. Every contribution helps us bring Turkish and American musical traditions to the stage.
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