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Amir Mahyar Tafreshipour is a contemporary classical music composer from Iran. He was born on December 7, 1974, in Tehran, Iran. Tafreshipour grew up in a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known composer and conductor in Iran. From a young age, Tafreshipour showed a keen interest in music and began studying the piano and composition. Tafreshipour's early musical education was in Iran, where he studied at the Tehran Conservatory of Music. He later moved to the United States to continue his studies, earning a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of New Mexico and a Master of Music degree from the University of Arizona. He also studied at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he earned a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in composition. Tafreshipour's music is heavily influenced by his Iranian heritage, and he often incorporates traditional Persian instruments and melodies into his compositions. He has described his music as a fusion of Western classical music and Iranian traditional music. One of Tafreshipour's most well-known works is his "Concerto for Santur and Orchestra," which was premiered in 2009 by the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. The santur is a traditional Persian instrument similar to a hammered dulcimer, and Tafreshipour's concerto showcases the instrument's unique sound and capabilities. The piece has been performed by orchestras around the world, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Another notable work by Tafreshipour is his "Rumi Symphony Project," which is based on the poetry of the 13th-century Persian poet Rumi. The symphony is divided into four movements, each of which is inspired by a different aspect of Rumi's poetry. The piece was premiered in 2013 by the Pacific Symphony Orchestra in California and has since been performed by orchestras in Europe and Asia. Tafreshipour has also composed several chamber music works, including "Trio for Clarinet, Violin, and Piano" and "String Quartet No. 2." His chamber music often incorporates Persian melodies and rhythms, as well as elements of jazz and other genres. In addition to his work as a composer, Tafreshipour is also a professor of music at the University of Tehran. He has been recognized for his contributions to Iranian music and culture, receiving awards such as the Farabi International Award and the Rudaki Award. Overall, Amir Mahyar Tafreshipour is a highly regarded composer whose work blends Western classical music with traditional Persian music. His compositions showcase the unique sounds and rhythms of Persian music while also incorporating elements of other genres. Tafreshipour's music has been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, and he continues to be a prominent figure in the contemporary classical music scene.

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