Mert Pekduraner, a composer and guitarist based in Amsterdam+ Turkey, began his musical journey in Adana, Turkey. His time in Adana exposed him to the authentic and traditional sounds of Anatolia, which greatly influenced his composition ideas and arrangement techniques.

In June 2020, Pekduraner was commissioned to create an original work for the 17th Venice Biennale. His composition, titled "Kıyı (Side by Side - Venice Biennale Main Theme)," was showcased at the Arsenale Pavilion alongside an art installation.

In 2021, Pekduraner independently released his debut album, “Geriye Ne Kaldı?", which helped him build a dedicated audience. The following year, in July 2022, he released his second studio album, "DIALOGUES IN THE DARK."

Pekduraner has performed and engaged in various projects across the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Macedonia, and Turkey, demonstrating his skills as a musician, composer, and artist. He continues to explore diverse musical ventures and performances.

He and his group perform in many festivals and stages like Kas Jazz Fest, Nilüfer Jazz Fest, Akbank Jazz Festival along with Erkan Ogur, Mammal Hands, Erik Truffaz, Tord Gustavsen, GoGo Penguin, Rembrandt Trio etc...