Nowhere in the world is poetry more highly valued than in Iran, so it is not surprising that the singing of poetry is central to Persian musical culture. Furthermore, the values of music and dance are ...

The Middle East usually only comes into our consciousness here in the West in the context of war but a gig on Monday night ...

From bebop to hip-hop, improvised music to Persian jazz, plus a strong selection of jazz films, the EFG London Jazz ...

Over the course of three episodes, we explore the rich traditions of Persian classical music and what makes it classical. Show more Over the course of three episodes, we explore the rich ...

The Iranian House of Music in NSW is a non-for-profit incorporated association that aspires to create a collaborative space for promotion of Iranian music, and develop a harmonious coexistence ...

Iranian musician Mehdi Rajabian faces prison for making music. In fact, he has already spent two years locked up - including a spell in solitary confinement and a hunger strike - for releasing ...