Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00 pm

Shiraz Ensemble

Overview

Shiraz Ensemble is a contemporary music group that unites Iranian musicians who are performing traditional instruments in the United States. 

Shiraz Ensemble plans to dedicate this season’s performances to Iranian traditional music. Shiraz Ensemble will be performing pieces in Dastgah Nava and Homayoun, two of the seven Dastgahs (modes) of Iranian classical music. The program follows the traditional Iranian repertoire, featuring Pish-daramad, Chaharmezrab, Tasneef, and Reng. The compositions for this performance are written and arranged by Sina Homaee and Parsa Ferdowsi. Click here to learn more about Shiraz.

Performers:

Parsa Ferdowsi, Santour, Voice (Avaz)
Sina Homaee, Tombak, and Percussion
Bahar Badieitabar, Oud (guest performer)
Sepehr Pirasteh, Kamancheh

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