ISTANBUL

As the novel coronavirus continues to roil the world, social and cultural activities have ground to a halt but for filmmakers, actors and musicians resisting the virus by continuing their work online.  

Conductor, pianist and composer Turan Manafzade has begun giving piano lessons via video call. 

Speaking to Anadolu Agency, Manafzade said that he and his mother, decided to switch to distance education, as they need to find a quick and practical solution for health concerns over the pandemic. 

Manafzade, who has been a music teacher for the last 13-years, said: "Today, all the major universities and conservatories of