PALLETT | A Harmonious Blend of Tradition and Innovation in Iranian Music
In the dynamic landscape of Iranian music, Pallett stands out as a contemporary voice. This ensemble is known for blending
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Sohrab Sepehri: The Confluence of Poetry and Painting
In modern Persian literature and art annals, Sohrab Sepehri (October 7, 1928 – April 21, 1980) stands as a beacon of creative synthesis, a visionary who bridged the traditional with the avant-garde. Born in the historically rich city of Kashan, Iran, Sepehri's life and work were imbued with a profound sense of place and a deep reverence for nature, themes that would resonate through his poetry and paintings.
Interview with Afarin Mansouri
Afarin Mansouri, an acclaimed composer and opera artist, seamlessly blends her Iranian heritage with Western influences. She has received numerous accolades, including the Canada 150 Medal and the Kathleen McMorrow Music Award. Her compositions have been featured in prestigious publications like The Globe & Mail, BBC World, and Opera Canada. Afarin's recent focus has been creating groundbreaking operas that bridge cultures using language, poetry, and traditional instruments. She founded the Cultureland Opera Collective, amplifying underrepresented voices in the arts.
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Xamoosh was born in 1989, Tehran. He is a self-taught artist who started graffiti by putting his signature on the walls of Tehran in 2007. With more than a decade of activity in the writing of Persian murals, he became one of the pioneers and influential in this area.
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Rahele was born in Tehran in 1989. She began her first work illustrating children's books. She started her career with digital art early on. In the middle of her career, she became interested in comic book illustration and pop art.
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