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Number Seven Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy - 15 February 2025
Iran Daily - Number Seven Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy - 15 February 2025 - Page 8

Iran, India unite to perform at Fajr music festival

The third night of the 40th Fajr International Music Festival witnessed an extraordinary concert titled ‘Molaghat’ (Fusion) at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall.
The event showcased an enchanting blend of mystical music from Iran and India, filling the venue with a Sufi spirit, IRNA reported.
The concert featured performances from the Iranian group “Hello Baba”, led by Master Vahid Ayrian, and the Indian ensemble.  
Together, they offered a rich tapestry of sounds infused with themes of love and spirituality. The diverse instrumentation included seven players on tambour, electric guitar, and daf from Iran, along with harmonium, tabla, and Amano Manish (slide guitar) from India.
Ayrian not only played and sang but also directed the ensemble, driving the performance with a passionate presence.
The stage design was meticulously crafted, adorned with glowing candles and flowers at the center, creating an inviting and warm atmosphere. The audience’s response was overwhelmingly positive, with Vahdat Hall completely filled, reflecting the high anticipation for this unique musical encounter.
The pieces performed resonated with themes of spirituality and love, characterized by repetitive motifs and rhythmic patterns that evoked a trance-like state. This stylistic focus invited the audience into a musical meditation, effectively drawing them into the experience.
Beyond the auditory experience, the concert engaged the senses on multiple levels. The harmonious lighting and the synchrony among the musicians contributed to a cohesive and impactful environment. The tambour players, with their synchronized movements and intricate rhythms, added a visual element that enriched the overall performance.
A particularly intriguing aspect of the performance was the collaboration between the electric guitar and harmonium, introducing a fresh layer to the mystical soundscape. This combination brought in harmonic and chordal elements that are often absent in traditional Sufi music, enriching the sonic texture of the pieces performed.
The electric guitar contributed ethereal, pad-like sounds, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the concert. During energetic moments, the guitarist employed power chord techniques, elevating the pieces’ intensity and crafting an unexpected blend of traditional and modern styles. This innovative fusion offered the audience a distinct experience of Sufi music.
Another exhilarating highlight came from the solo performances of the daf player from Iran and the tabla player from India. This part, filled with dynamic and varied rhythms, injected an electrifying energy into the concert, provoking enthusiastic cheers from the audience.
The 40th edition of the festival runs from February 11 to 17.

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