Farhad Fakhreddini

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Farhad Fakhreddini (born 1937 in Tabriz) is a renowned Iranian composer, conductor and founder of Iran’s National Orchestra.[1]

Farhad Fakhreddini
Background information
Born 1937 (age 7677)
Origin Iran
Genres Persian symphonic music
Occupations composer, conductor
Associated acts Iran's National Orchestra

Fakhreddini has composed music for some of Fereydoon Moshiri's poetry.[2]

Fakhreddini was awarded the Order of Merit, first degree, in arts and culture by the Iranian government in June 2005.[citation needed]

In July 2008, a stamp was issued in his honour.[3]

In July 2009, Fakhreddini quit his position with the Iran's National Orchestra.[4]

See also

References

  1. "Iran's National Orchestra to perform in interest of quake victims". Payvand. 29 December 2003. Retrieved 20 March 2010. 
  2. "Khorram plans to mingle Moshiri’s poetry with music". Tehran Times. 22 September 2007. Retrieved 20 March 2010. 
  3. "Farhad Farkhreddini stamp unveiled in Shiraz". Tehran Times. 19 July 2008. Retrieved 20 March 2010. 
  4. "Conductor Fakhreddini quits Iran's National Orchestra". Tehran Times. 14 July 2009. Retrieved 20 March 2010. 
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