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Elton John, entertainer coming to Istanbul

Even though the British singer, knighted, "Sir" Elton John concerts in Istanbul are scheduled for July 5th and in Ankara for July 6th, some tickets are already sold out! If you know you'll be vacationing in Turkey in July, it is advised to make your reservations now.

The songwriter extraordinaire, and trend setting performer known for his outrageous costumes and humanitarian work for AIDS, is ranked in the list of the 50 greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone.This global legendary performer will be gracing the stage on his "world tour" of 47 cities in 21 countries. The last time Sir Elton John performed in Turkey was in 2001in the legendary Ephesus Amphitheatre.

So Turkish Elton John music fans --get your ticket/s soon as the Category 1 and VIP standing tickets are already sold out.. Ticket prices will vary between 550 Turkish Liras and 125 liras.  Other tickets are available at Biletix. k HDNc

Location Ankara: Held at the Ankara Arena and will be one of the largest concerts in the capital to date.  Fans in the Platinum and Gold sections will benefit from a tasty open buffet and beverages services at a special area before the concert.

Location Istanbul: The concert will take place at the outdoor Maçka Küçükçiftlik Park. Elton John fans holding  "Club House section tickets", will be able to sample the Chinese cuisine of Dragon Restaurant, plus, partake in "unlimited" local and foreign beverages. 

So have your candles ready for a night of his greatest hits. 'Circle of Life' from Lion King, 'Your Song', ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’,  'Can You Feel the Love tonight?', 'Funeral For A Friend', 'Candle In The Wind''Rocket Man',  'Crocodile Rock',...he's written so many hits that you'll be assured of a great night no matter which he decides to gift us with, we're sure. 

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Sir Elton John Performing
Wild costumes of Elton John-early days