Farhad Fakhreddini
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Farhad Fakhreddini (born 1937) is a renowned Iranian composer, conductor and founder of Iran’s National Orchestra.[1]
| Farhad Fakhreddini | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | 1937 (age 74–75) |
| 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]
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[edit] References
- ^ "Iran's National Orchestra to perform in interest of quake victims". Payvand. 29 December 2003. http://payvand.com/news/03/dec/1214.html. Retrieved 20 March 2010.
- ^ "Khorram plans to mingle Moshiri’s poetry with music". Tehran Times. 22 September 2007. http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=153474. Retrieved 20 March 2010.
- ^ "Farhad Farkhreddini stamp unveiled in Shiraz". Tehran Times. 19 July 2008. http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=173410. Retrieved 20 March 2010.
- ^ "Conductor Fakhreddini quits Iran's National Orchestra". Tehran Times. 14 July 2009. http://www.tehrantimes.com/index_View.asp?code=198835. Retrieved 20 March 2010.
