Iran’s Musical Narrative Continues in Russia: Iranian Instrument Orchestra to Perform in Astrakhan

The Iranian Instrument Orchestra, led by Pouria Shiavfard and featuring vocalist Mojtaba Asgari, will perform in the city of Astrakhan as part of the artistic programs of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Cultural Week in Russia.

Rudaki Foundation: the participation of the Iranian Instrument Orchestra in the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Cultural Week in Russia provides an opportunity to introduce the capabilities of Persian classical music and Iranian musical instruments and to present part of the country’s musical heritage on the international stage. The performance, following the participation of Iranian musical ensembles in the event, will provide a setting for direct interaction between Iranian artists and Russian audiences.

The Iranian Instrument Orchestra, led by Pouria Shiavfard and featuring Mojtaba Asgari as vocalist, will take the stage in Astrakhan and, by performing a selection of Iranian musical works, will introduce Russian audiences to part of the orchestra’s artistic and performance capabilities.

The performance is being organized by the Rudaki Foundation in cooperation with the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization and the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Russia, as part of the musical programs of Iran’s Cultural Week in Russia. The event has previously hosted the National Orchestra of Iran in Moscow and Kazan.

The appearance of the Iranian Instrument Orchestra in Astrakhan adds a different dimension to the event’s presentation of Iranian music. Drawing on traditional Iranian instruments and the capacities of Persian classical music, the performance will introduce part of Iran’s musical identity to international audiences through live music. Beyond its artistic dimension, the event could also provide an opportunity for cultural dialogue and the development of new connections between artists and cultural institutions in the two countries.