List of Persian/Iranian Events for 2008-02-24

سِمینار"روش ساختن سه تار"



“Central Stage” Presents a Seminar on

Building the Setar, An Iranian Musical Instrument

Sunday Feb. 24, 2008
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
5221 Central Stage A-1, Richmond, California

Presented by Nasser Shirazi

This is a six hour condensed seminar/workshop on building the Setar, an Iranian stringed musical instrument. Construction techniques for making this beautiful instrument will be demonstrated in a step by step process. No previous knowledge of this subject is required. The only requirement is a love for learning and an appreciation of this work as an art.

You will be provided the following book and materials prior to the seminar day:
“Setar Construction” (Ravesh-e- Sakhtan-e- Setar) by Nasser Shirazi
Other related materials such as lists of suppliers of tools and materials.

Mr. Shirazi, a professional engineer, has 25 years of hands-on experience and research in the lutherie field. He will demonstrate in a workshop setting and will answer relevant questions. At the end of the day, participants will have learned the process for building this stringed musical instrument, and gained general knowledge to pursue the actual construction of it.

Cost: $150.00 (includes the sale price of the book “Setar Construction”)
If interested, fill out the attached form and send it with $150.00 fee by February 8, 2008, check or money order to:
Nasser Shirazi
P.O. Box 4793
Walnut Creek, Calif. 94596

Workshop is limited to 15 (max.) persons.

Location:
The seminar location is Central Stage, 5221 Central Stage A-1, Richmond, Calif. 94804. Detailed directions will be provided later.

Please provide your e-mail, cell/home phones and mailing address with your registration request below, so we can send you the above materials prior to the seminar date for your review and preparation for the seminar.

The language of the seminar is Persian. However, if some applicants do not speak Persian, the seminar will be in English.

For further information call (925) 943-1079 or E-Mail: nas04@msn.com



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To: Nasser Shirazi
P.O. Box 4793
Walnut Creek, California 94596

Yes, I wish to attend the seminar on “BUILDING THE SETAR” on Sunday February 24, 2008, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Attached is $150.00 fee.


Name ______________________________________________________

Address ____________________________________________________

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Feb. 24 (Sun), 3-6 pm—"An Illuminated History of Jewish-Muslim Relations" Will Explore Historic Bonds & Contemporary Tensions

http://www.levantinecenter.org/pages/illuminated_history.html

Levantine Center at Pacific Arts Center, 10469 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles 90025 (just west of Beverly Glen). Street parking. Seating limited, advance reservations suggested.

$25 general, $20 members and students with i.d. ($30 at the door, contingent on availability), includes light reception. Book by phone, 310.657.5511 or online