List of Persian/Iranian Events for 2012-04-15

World Music Institute presents

Songs of the Persian Mystics
Ostad Mohammad-Reza Lotfi

Sunday, April 15, 2012 7:00 PM
Symphony Space

Ostad Mohammad-Rezā Lotfi, one of the greatest living masters of the tar and setar lutes, has been a major figure in the past 40 years in revolutionizing Persian traditional music. His innovative approach of combining the classical with folk elements in his compositions and performances has revitalized an ancient tradition. A prolific musician, he has made numerous recordings as a soloist and with such renowned Iranian musicians as Mohammad Reza Shajarian, Shahram Nazeri, and Hossein Alizadeh. In this program, Lotfi is joined by Mohammad Ghavihelm on tombak (goblet drum). This is Lotfi’s first New York appearance since 1993, when he performed in a concert presented by World Music Institute.

"enthralling" -- New York Times

For more info: http://wminyc.org/event.php?id=1223 or 212-545-7536

Event Details:
Event: The Official Post-Persian Parade Celebration and Fundraiser sponsored by PAAIA NexGen, SJ-NY, PAF, and NIPONY
Time/Date: Sunday 4/15, 5PM - 10PM
Location: La Pomme, 37 West 26th Street b/w 5th & 6th Ave.
Admission: $15 General Admission (cash only), $10 Students with ID
Age Limit: 21 + over
- Exclusive Live performance by internationally acclaimed Iranian singer Rana Farhan and her band
- A meet and greet and CD Signing with the Ms. Farhan
- Professionally programmed Persian and International Music by the legendary DJ Polka - get ready to dance!
- Delicious Complimentary Persian Appetizers
- A Gorgeous and Plush Lounge just one block from the Madison Square Park! http://www.lapommenyc.com/