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Fakhteh ensemble to perform at three int’l music festivals
According to ISNA, the ensemble will perform at the Wuxi International Ethnic Music Festival in China on November 19, followed by the Marco Polo International Ethnic Music Festival in China on November 21, and finally at the Daira International Music Festival in St. Petersburg, Russia on December 3, ISNA reported.
The ensemble’s performances will feature pieces by Abdolqader Maraghei and other Iranian composers from the Ottoman court, as well as original compositions by the group. The music will be performed in two of the most important and well-known modes in Iranian classical music, helping to promote this aspect of Iran’s cultural heritage on a global scale.
The ensemble’s members, including singers Ahmad Shakouri and Fereshteh Shamsi, tar player Mohammad Mehdi Sheikh, oud player Abouzar Hosseini, kamancheh player Arman Heydarian, and Parsa on tonbak and daf, will come together to create a unique harmony for the performance of ancient Iranian and Ottoman music.
This international appearance is a significant step towards showcasing Iran’s musical capabilities on the global stage and strengthening cultural ties with other countries. By performing at these reputable festivals, the Fakhteh ensemble aims to further solidify Iran’s position in the world of music.