Zuhal Müzik

Tayfun Çağlar is a Turkish musician, songwriter, and music products professional whose career has successfully bridged the worlds of performance and retail. Born in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1965, Tayfun discovered his love of music at an early age through school choirs, where singing first sparked a lifelong passion for performing. After moving to Türkiye, his musical interests expanded to the guitar, leading him to pursue both instrumental performance and songwriting. In 1990, he co-founded the influential Turkish rock band Kesmeşeker, whose thoughtful songwriting and distinctive

Faruk Kavi is a professional guitarist with more than 30 years of experience in the music industry, recognized for an extensive performance career alongside many of Turkey’s leading singers and bands. His deep expertise and longstanding presence in the field have earned him the respect of fellow professional guitarists, who regard him as a trusted authority on instruments and gear.

Tolga Özoğlu is a music industry marketing executive and former professional drummer with more than 20 years of leadership experience at Zuhal Müzik, Turkey’s leading MI retailer, which has served the industry for nearly 50 years with more than 10 stores nationwide. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Anadolu University and an MBA from Istanbul University. Tolga began his career on the sales floor in the drums and percussion department, developing a deep, ground-level understanding of the musical instruments business. He later joined Roland Turkey as a V-Drums Produc

Alp Selim was born in Pristina, Kosovo, in 1972. A longtime leader in the international music products industry, Alp joined Zuhal Music in 2002 as Import & Export Manager and has played an integral role in the company’s growth and global partnerships. Throughout his career, Alp has helped expand Zuhal’s portfolio by establishing and strengthening relationships with many of the industry’s most respected manufacturers, including Steinway & Sons, Ibanez, Roland, Fender, Music Man, and Ernie Ball. Fluent in four languages, Alp earned a degree in Foreign Trade and Human Resourc

Ali Şimşeker is a third-generation representative of Zuhal Müzik and has been an integral part of the company for 29 years. Over the course of his career, he has held leadership roles across multiple departments, gaining comprehensive insight into retail operations, brand development, and organizational strategy before assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Ali leads the company’s long-term strategic vision, focusing on sustainable growth, innovation, and the continued modernization of Turkey’s leading musical instruments retailer.

Ali Sungurlu graduated from Koç University with a degree in Economics before pursuing his master’s degree at the University of California, San Diego. Following the completion of his studies, he returned to Turkey to join the family business, Zuhal Müzik. Since 2006, Ali has played a key role in the company’s growth and organizational development, building his own team and leading a strategic restructuring process. He currently serves as Chief Financial Officer, specializing in finance while also overseeing the import and development of professional sound and lighting systems.

Umur Sungurlu graduated from Koç University with a degree in Business Administration in 2014. During his studies, he completed a semester of marketing coursework at UCLA, spending four months in Los Angeles — a city that continues to inspire his creative perspective. Born into a family deeply rooted in music, Umur explored multiple instruments from an early age, with piano as his primary instrument. He studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts through his fourth year before shifting his focus toward theater and acting, performing in various musical and stage productions.

Adnan Sungurlu is a Turkish music products industry leader whose lifelong dedication has helped establish Zuhal Müzik as one of Türkiye’s most respected musical instrument retailers and distributors. Born in 1958, Adnan grew up in a family whose livelihood centered on the jewelry business until a life-changing decision reshaped their future. After his sister Zuhal married and moved to Istanbul, the family relocated to remain close to her. In 1976, Adnan’s father founded Zuhal Müzik, naming the company in his daughter’s honor. Only two years later, tragedy struck when Adnan’s fathe