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THE SMILAS
About
The Smilas are an international world-fusion duo known for blending soulful vocals, traditional instruments, and contemporary global grooves into a deeply immersive musical experience.
Roy Smila, a master of the kamancha who has performed on major stages worldwide with renowned groups such as Anna RF, Faran Ensemble, the project brings decades of global musical experience to the stage.
Yeliz Smila, born in Turkey, whose singing and dancing are part of her cultural heritage. She has written poetry since childhood, weaving emotion and movement into every performance.
Together, The Smilas fuse Middle Eastern strings, Turkish vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and modern soundscapes—creating performances that are both intimate and powerful. Their music invites audiences into a journey of roots, rhythm, and soul.
