I am a dedicated composer and educator with formal training in composition and music theory. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from Anadolu University / Eskişehir State Conservatory and a Bachelor’s Degree from Hacettepe University. I have taught Music History, Harmony and Musical Theory at Anadolu University State Conservatory and currently teach Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition and Music Theory at Kemal Alpan Art Studio. My aim is to help students of all ages develop strong musical foundations and confidence through engaging instruction. I am energized by human interaction and opportunities to grow as a composer and teacher. My experiences—ranging from youth-focused projects to festivals and master classes—fuel my enthusiasm for mentoring and collaboration. I look forward to continuing to learn and contribute to the field while developing myself in new directions.

Irem Baser

I am a dedicated composer and educator with formal training in composition and music theory. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from Anadolu University / Eskişehir State Conservatory and a Bachelor’s Degree from Hacettepe University. I have taught Music History, Harmony and Musical Theory at Anadolu University State Conservatory and currently teach Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition and Music Theory at Kemal Alpan Art Studio. My aim is to help students of all ages develop strong musical foundations and confidence through engaging instruction. I am energized by human interaction and opportunities to grow as a composer and teacher. My experiences—ranging from youth-focused projects to festivals and master classes—fuel my enthusiasm for mentoring and collaboration. I look forward to continuing to learn and contribute to the field while developing myself in new directions.

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I am a dedicated composer and educator with formal training in composition and music theory. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from Anadolu University / Eskişehir State Conservatory and a Bachelor’s Degree from Hacettepe University. I have taught Music History, Harmony and Musical Theory at Anadolu University State Conservatory and currently teach Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition and Music Theory at Kemal Alpan Art Studio. My aim is to help students of all ages develop strong musical foundations and confidence through engaging instruction.

I am energized by human interaction and opportunities to grow as a composer and teacher. My experiences—ranging from youth-focused projects to festivals and master classes—fuel my enthusiasm for mentoring and collaboration. I look forward to continuing to learn and contribute to the field while developing myself in new directions.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Teacher at Anadolu University State Conservatory
January 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching subjects including Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition, Music Theory, and Talent Exam Preparation. Responsible for educating music students and supporting their academic and artistic development.
Teacher at Anadolu University State Conservatory
January 1, 2024 - Present
Responsible for teaching subjects including Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition, Music Theory, and Talent Exam Preparation.
Private Music Tutor
January 1, 2022 - Present
Providing private music lessons focused on various aspects of music theory, composition, piano, and exam preparation to students.
Teacher at Anadolu University State Conservatory
January 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching subjects such as Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition, Music Theory and Talent Exam Preparation since 2024. Also working as a private music tutor since 2022, educating individuals of various ages in music theory and practice.
Private Music Tutor
January 1, 2022 - Present
Providing private music tutoring including lessons in solfège, dictation, piano, composition, and music theory since 2022.
Music History, Harmony and Musical Theory Instructor at Anadolu University State Conservatory
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Teaching music history, harmony and musical theory to students at the State Conservatory.
Teacher at Kemal Alpan Art Studio
January 1, 2025 - Present
Solfège, Dictation, Piano, Composition, Music Theory, Talent Exam Preparation.
Volunteer Pianist/Arranger at Ankara State Opera and Ballet
April 23, 2023 - April 23, 2023
Volunteer arrangement for Children's Choirs songs for National Sovereignty and Children's Day (April 23) at Ankara State Opera and Ballet.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree at Hacettepe University State Conservatory / Composition Department, Ankara
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Aşık Veysel Fine Arts High School, Istanbul
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master's Degree at Anadolu University State Conservatory / Composition Department, Eskisehir
August 1, 2024 - July 30, 2026
Ongoing
Master's Degree at Anadolu University, State Conservatory, Composition Department
August 1, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Bachelor's Degree at Anadolu University, State Conservatory, Composition Department
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Aşık Veysel Fine Arts High School, Istanbul, Music Department
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master's Degree in Composition at Anadolu University, Eskişehir State Conservatory
August 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Music at Hacettepe University, Ankara
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree in Music at Aşıktepe University, Ankara
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Music at Hacettepe University, Ankara
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Master's Degree in Composition at Anadolu University / Eskişehir State Conservatory, Composition Department
August 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026

Qualifications

Honorable Mention – Composition Competition for Cello and Piano (Kadiköy Municipality Süreyya Opera House)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Participant – Piano Festival (Pera)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Participant – Erasmus+ Project "How Innovative We Can Be Together" (Lithuania)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Young Composers Festival: The Journey of Sound
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Masterclass with Sean Doherty (Hacettepe University)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Masterclass with David Braid (Hacettepe University)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Honourable Mention – Children's Songs Composition Contest for the 100th Anniversary of the Republic (BESOM)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Participant – Young Composers Festival: The Journey of Sound
January 1, 2025 - August 13, 2025
Masterclass – Elvira Muratore (Hacettepe University)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Volunteer – Piano Arrangement for Children's Choir Songs (April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day, Ankara State Opera and Ballet)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Honourable Mention – Children's Songs Composition Contest for the 100th Anniversary of the Republic, BESOM
January 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Honourable Mention – Composition Competition for Cello and Piano, Kadıköy Municipality Süreyya Opera House
January 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Participant – Piano Festival, Pera
January 1, 2017 - August 25, 2025
Participant – Erasmus+ Project "How Innovative We Can Be Together", Lithuania
January 1, 2017 - August 25, 2025
Young Composers Festival: The Journey of Sound
January 1, 2023 - August 25, 2025
Young Composers Festival: The Journey of Sound
January 1, 2025 - August 25, 2025
Masterclass – Sean Doherty, Hacettepe University
January 1, 2021 - August 25, 2025
Masterclass – Elvira Muratore, Hacettepe University
January 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Masterclass – David Braid, Hacettepe University
January 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Volunteer Piano Arrangement for Children's Choir Songs, Ankara State Opera and Ballet, National Sovereignty and Children's Day
April 1, 2023 - August 25, 2025
Master Class with Sean Doherty
January 1, 2021 - May 19, 2026
Master Class with Elvira Muratore
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026
Master Class with David Bra id
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026
Young Composers Festival: The Journey of Sound
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Honorary Mention – Children's Songs Composition Contest for the 100th Anniversary of the Republic (BESOM, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026
Honorary Mention – Composition Contest for Cello and Piano (Kadıköy Municipality Sureyya Opera House, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026
Volunteer Piano Arrangement for Children's Choir Songs (April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day, Ankara State Opera and Ballet, 2023)
April 23, 2023 - May 19, 2026
Master Classes: Sean Doherty (Hacettepe University, 2021)
January 1, 2021 - May 19, 2026
Elvira Muratore (Hacettepe University, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026
David Braid (Hacettepe University, 2022)
January 1, 2022 - May 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Other