Shiraz Ensemble with special guest Bahar Badieitabar
Schedule
Fri Jun 12 2026 at 08:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Perch Music & Arts Community | Philadelphia, PA
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Shiraz Ensemble with special guest Bahar Badieitabar:Shiraz Ensemble are:
Sepehr Pirasteh: alto kamancheh, tombak
Sina Homaee: santoor, tombak, daf
Parsa Ferdowsi: setar, tanbour
For this performance they will be joined by:
Bahar Badieitabar: oud
Shiraz Ensemble is a contemporary music group that unites Iranian musicians performing traditional instruments in the United States. Built on the values of curiosity, innovation, open dialogue, and experimentation, Shiraz Ensemble is dedicated to creating new music and collaborating closely with composers, performers, and interdisciplinary artists. Our mission is to deconstruct and reconstruct the rich traditions of Iranian classical music, transforming them into new forms through contemporary composition techniques. We also aim to collaborate with artists from diverse cultures to create unique cross-cultural musical experiences, explore new artistic territories, and build bridges through music and art. We strive to blend innovation and tradition, pushing the boundaries of Iranian music while honoring its cultural heritage.
Based in Philadelphia, Shiraz Ensemble has performed at venues such as the Asian Arts Initiative, University Lutheran, The Perch, Market Street Music in Delaware, Philadelphia Porchfest, Paintridge Station, and Philly Typewriter. We have collaborated with various artists and ensembles, including Mahya Hamedi, Violalia Duo, and Hodge-Podge Band, fostering a creative exchange that highlights the versatility and vibrancy of Iranian music in a modern context.Shiraz Ensemble embodies a global perspective, merging our roles as world citizens and passionate artists to highlight crucial socio-political issues through art. Drawing inspiration from our journeys as immigrants from Iran to the United States, we channel our experiences into a transformative musical narrative. Founded in 2023 in Philadelphia, Shiraz Ensemble takes its name from the ancient city of Shiraz in Iran, the birthplace and upbringing of its founders, Sina Homaee and Sepehr Pirasteh.
Bahar Badieitabar:
Bahar Badieitabar is an Iranian Oud player and composer, recently graduated on a full scholarship with a double major in composition and performance from Berklee College of Music. At the age of 12, Bahar began her musical training at the Tehran Music School, where she earned her high school diploma in music. She studied under notable oud players, including Siavash Roshan, Negar Bouban, and Yurdal Tukcan. Bahar won first place at the Iranian Youth National Music Festival for two consecutive years at ages 16 and 17. She has performed as both a performer and composer at numerous venues, including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, MCG Jazz, and Groton Hill Music Center, as well as at music festivals in Iran and the United States, collaborating with musicians of diverse backgrounds.
In 2017, Bahar began her undergraduate studies in Oud Performance at the University of Tehran before moving to the United States to study at Berklee. She has studied and worked with acclaimed musicians such as Marti Epstein, Kris Davis, and Alain Mallet, and has been a part of Berklee's Institute of Jazz Gender and Justice since 2022.
Bahar's background contributes to her authentic composition approach, rooted in Iranian classical music, contemporary concert music, and jazz. Currently, she is a member of Danilo Perez's Global Jazz Messengers. She has shared the stage with Grammy-winning, world-renowned musicians, including John Patitucci, Brian Blade, Danilo Perez and Bruno Raberg.
accessibility: street level entrance to venue but two steps to restroom.
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The Perch Music & Arts Community , 2321 Emerald St. ,Philadelphia,PA,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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