Halit Turgay, as a composer, had performed the world premiere of his own works named “Turkish Tea Jazz Suite” and “My Name is Istanbul” in Izmir Adnan Saygun Arts Center together with his own band.
In 2013 he had performed the world premiere of his trio “Halicarnassus” dedicated to the author; Cevat Sakir Kabaagacli, written for flute, harp and viola.
In 2014 he had been awarded with second prize in the national composers’ competition during International Mersin Music Festival.
In 2015 he had composed “Mersin Flute Concerto” and performed the world premiere and in 2016 it has been released on CD.
In 2016 November he had performed the world premiere of his work “Pompeopolis” composed for flute and arp.
In 2018 February he had performed the world premiere of his work “Mediterranean Rhapsody” composed for flute, piano and orchestra.