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Sirvan Manhoobi / Striking Strings
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Sirvan Manhoobi / Striking Strings
World music/ Middle eastern music/ Iranian music/ improvisation
Striking Strings is a captivating performance by Iranian virtuoso Sirvan Manhoobi, featuring the Oud, Setar, and Tanbour. Blending Persian, Kurdish, and Iranian folk roots with improvisation and original compositions, the program explores the diverse soundscapes of these string instruments. Through each piece, Sirvan creates a dialogue between ancient traditions and contemporary expression, guiding listeners on a journey through resonance, memory, and innovation. The performance reflects his deep cultural heritage and personal artistic vision, revealing how traditional melodies can be reborn through creative interpretation and emotional expression.
Featuring:
Sirvan Manhoobi: Oud, Setar & Tanbour
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm doors, 7:00 pm show
Admission: (Online) $29 Students & Seniors – $35 Early Bird – $40 General / (Door) $40
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Sirvan Manhoobi is a Kurdish Iranian multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator specializing in Iranian classical and folk music. A graduate of San Francisco State University under Hafez Modirzadeh, he is pursuing a PhD in ethnomusicology at the University of Maryland, focusing on Kurdish and Yaresan music. Winner of three national soloist awards, he has performed with Shahram Nazeri, Bijan Kamkar, Mojgan Shajarian, and Bahram Beyzai, and ensembles such as Shams, Pacific Symphony, and Sorvad. His works, including music for theater and film, blend tradition with innovation, bridging cultures and sharing Iran’s rich musical heritage across global stages.
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Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm doors, 7:00 pm show
Admission: (Online) $29 Students & Seniors – $35 Early Bird – $40 General / (Door) $40
Note: A limited quantity of additional tickets will be available for purchase at the door unless otherwise noted on the Facebook event page that the show is SOLD OUT.
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