Istanbul Wind Ensemble (IWE) was formed in 2011 to perform world–renowned pianist and composer Fazıl Say's work "Alevi Dedeler at the Raki Table". Elif Yurdakul Baykurt, Mehmet Seyid Mas, Ecesu Sertesen, Mert Kutluğ and Sertan Sancar; members of the IWE are individually pursuing their careers as soloists, orchestra musicians as well as Istanbul State Opera and Ballet Orchestra artists. IWE named as an ensemble with its dynamic form to perform as a Trio, Quartet or Quintet including a wide range of repertoire. IWE premiered Yalçın Tura's "Üflenen Çalgılar için Beşli" in 2015 in Istabul at the Sureyya Opera. IWE performed at Boğaziçi University Albert Long Hall, Greece - Samos Young Musicians Festival as well as many other concerts in addition to their recording work in Fazıl Say's "Yeni Şarkılar" album.