Musicians
Mahya Panahi
Sydney-based tanbur performer, ethnomusicologist, teacher and leader of Sama Ensemble.
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The IHOM Journal
Stories, news and introductions to the instruments and people who shape Iranian music.
Instruments
Tar: A Resonance of the Soul
The Persian tar is a traditional stringed instrument with a rich history in Iranian music. Its origins can be traced…
Instruments
Percussion Instruments in Iranian Music
Iranian music features a rich variety of percussion instruments, each contributing unique textures and rhythms to the country’s musical landscape.…
Music History
The Rich Legacy of Iranian Music
Iranian music is one of the oldest and richest cultural heritages in the world, dating back over four thousand years.…