Percussionist

Vocalist

One of the most exciting of his innumerable projects and unique collaborations that have attracted audiences around the globe is his duo with the renowned Turkish Baglama player Erdal Erzincan. Their CD ‘The Wind’ was released in 2006 by ECM and their collaboration has remained vibrant ever since.

Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan

University of Kent

Brooklyn Rider, with its gripping performance style and unquenchable appetite for musical adventure, defines the string quartet as a medium with deep historic roots and endless possibility for invention. This foursome-violinists Johnny Gandelsman and Colin Jacobsen, violist Nicholas Cords, and cellist Michael Nicolas-finds equal inspiration in musical languages ranging from late Beethoven to Persian classical music to American roots music to the endlessly varied voices of living composers. A Silk Road Project collaboration introduced Brooklyn Rider to Iranian kamancheh virtuoso Kayhan Kalhor, beginning a longstanding friendship. Brooklyn Rider and Kalhor released their highly-praised recording Silent City in 2008 and continue to tour this project bridging traditions of Persia and the West. Praised by the LA Times as "a knockout" and by RootsWorld for its "unhurried delicateness...subtle virtuosity and unspoken emotion," Silent City also features bassist Jeff Beecher and percussionist Mark Suter.

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Brooklyn Rider with Kayhan Kalhor: Silent City

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Persian kamancheh master Kayhan Kalhor and the three Dutch jazz musicians of the Rembrandt Trio played their first concert together in 2013 and have been touring worldwide ever since. The musicians formed a deep friendship that led to the album release, It’s Still Autumn.

The album has been lauded for its ability to merge two different cultures to form a surprising harmony and an undefinable new sound. Kayhan Kalhor has been instrumental in popularising Persian music in the West, and the Rembrandt Trio is known for its pioneering work in blending art music from the Middle East with improvised Jazz.

Kayhan Kalhor & Rembrandt Trio

Cadogan Hall 

In 2025, the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester will be 80 years old – an occasion to round off the 2024/25 season with a concert programme that is far from ordinary. Founded in bombed-out Hamburg in 1945, the ensemble once set an example of humanity and community in a world shattered by war, ideology and cruelty. 80 years later, this message seems more important than ever. Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor composed his concert »Venus in the Mirror« for »peace and friendship«, which is now being launched in Hamburg.

NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester / Kayhan Kalhor / Yo-Yo Ma / Alan Gilbert

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

### DoosTrio - Princeton University Concerts

**Event:** DoosTrio - Princeton University Concerts Debut  
**Date:** Thursday, February 13, 2025  
**Time:** 6:00 PM EST - 9:00 PM EST  
**Venue:** Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University

**About the Event:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening as the DoosTrio makes its debut at Princeton University Concerts. This event is part of our "Performances Up Close" series, where the audience is seated onstage alongside the musicians, creating an intimate and immersive experience.

**Featuring:**
- **Kayhan Kalhor** on Kamancheh: A three-time Grammy nominee and a master of Persian classical music.
- **Wu Man** on Pipa: The world’s premier Grammy-nominated pipa virtuoso, known for her innovative approach to traditional Chinese music.
- **Sandeep Das** on Tabla: A Guggenheim Fellow and Grammy Award-winning tabla player, celebrated for his contributions to Indian classical music.

These distinguished artists, who have previously collaborated as part of Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, will come together to form a new trio. Their performance will highlight the ancient musical traditions of Persia, China, and India, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.

**Special Note:**
Don't miss the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the music and the artists. On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 7:30 PM, Kayhan Kalhor will discuss his relationship to music in the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution, complemented by a performance. We highly recommend attending both events for a comprehensive encounter with this extraordinary artist.

**Tickets:**
- This event is currently available as part of a Deluxe Package Subscription or through the Princeton University Student Early Bird program.
- Single tickets will go on sale on Monday, August 5 at noon Eastern time.

**Additional Information:**
- **Venue & Accessibility:** Get directions, see parking and accessibility info, and download seating charts.
- **Subscription:** Purchase this event at a discount as part of a curated subscription or make-your-own series package.

**Contact:**
For more information, please contact Princeton University Concerts at 609-258-2800.

**Add to Calendar:**
- **Start:** 02/13/2025 6:00 PM
- **End:** 02/13/2025 9:00 PM
- **Time Zone:** America/New_York

Experience the fusion of ancient traditions and modern interpretations with the DoosTrio at Princeton University Concerts. This is an event not to be missed!

DoosTrio

Alexander Hall

### Event Description: Kayhan Kalhor Healing - Princeton University Concerts

**Event Title:** Kayhan Kalhor, Kamancheh with Deborah Amos, Moderator - Finding Home in Music

**Date and Time:** Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST

**Location:** Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an extraordinary evening with Kayhan Kalhor, a world-renowned kamancheh player and composer, as he shares his journey through music and life. This event, titled "Finding Home in Music," will be moderated by Deborah Amos, an award-winning international correspondent for National Public Radio.

**About Kayhan Kalhor:**
In the wake of the Iranian revolution, teenage Kayhan Kalhor left his homeland with nothing but a backpack and his beloved kamancheh, an Iranian bowed string instrument. Over the years, he has built an international reputation, performing with the New York Philharmonic, collaborating with John Adams at Carnegie Hall, and being nominated for five GRAMMY Awards, winning one in 2017 with Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble. Despite the political unrest and anti-Muslim sentiment that have complicated his life, Kalhor has remained dedicated to his music and culture.

**Event Highlights:**
- **Live Performance:** Experience live performances by Kayhan Kalhor, showcasing his dedication to Iranian music.
- **In-Depth Conversation:** Engage in a conversation moderated by Deborah Amos, exploring Kalhor's life, music, and the challenges he has faced.
- **Cultural Insights:** Gain a deeper understanding of the impact of political situations on Kalhor's personal and professional life.

**Tickets:**
- **Subscription Packages:** This event is available as part of a Curated Subscription, Make-Your-Own Series, or Princeton University Student Early Bird program.
- **Single Tickets:** Single tickets will go on sale on Monday, August 5 at noon Eastern time.

**Additional Information:**
- **Venue & Accessibility:** Get directions, see parking and accessibility info, and download seating charts.
- **Related Event:** Don't miss Kayhan Kalhor's performance as part of the DoosTrio on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 6 PM & 9 PM for a comprehensive encounter with this extraordinary artist.

**Contact Information:**
For more details, please contact Princeton University Concerts at 609-258-2800.

**Add to Calendar:**
- **Date:** February 12, 2025
- **Time:** 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM EST
- **Location:** Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall

**Share Event:**
Invite friends and family to join this unique musical experience.

**Note:** This event is a part of Princeton University Concerts' commitment to bringing world-class music into your life beyond the walls of a concert hall.

Kayhan Kalhor, Kamancheh

Join us at the Princeton Public Library to dive into national bestseller The Septembers of Shiraz by Dalia Sofer, a novel set in the aftermath of the Iranian revolution, in context of Princeton University Concerts’ upcoming event with renowned Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:30PM as part of the Healing with Music series. This hybrid in-person and virtual book group will culminate in a keynote event on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7PM (EST) on Zoom with award-winning international correspondent for National Public Radio Deborah Amos, whose reporting on the Middle East and refugees in the U.S. is regularly featured on NPR’s Morning Edition, Weekend Edition, and All Things Considered. Participants of this book club will be automatically registered for the keynote and will have the opportunity to pre-submit their questions to Deborah Amos.

Book Group: "The Septembers of Shiraz" by Dalia Sofer

Princeton Public Library

Three masters and old friends join together in a new collaboration. Kayhan Kalhor (kamancheh), Wu Man (pipa), and Sandeep Das (tabla) are established soloists in their individual traditions. Their new trio highlights the ancient traditions of Iran, China, and India through a 21st-century lens.

Stanford University

Three masters and old friends join together in a new collaboration. Kayhan Kalhor, Wu Man, and Sandeep Das are established soloists in their individual traditions. Their new trio highlights the ancient traditions of Iran, China and India in a 21st century program. Three-time GRAMMY nominee Kayhan Kalhor is an internationally acclaimed virtuoso on the kamancheh, who through his many musical collaborations has been instrumental in popularizing Persian music in the West. Recognized as the world’s premier pipa virtuoso and leading ambassador of Chinese music, Wu Man has carved out a career as a soloist, educator, and composer giving her lute-like instrument a new role in both traditional and contemporary music. A Guggenheim Fellow and GRAMMY-winning musician, Sandeep Das is one of the leading tabla virtuosos in the world today. Since his debut concert at the age of 17 with legendary sitar player Ravi Shankar, Das has built a prolific international reputation spanning over three decades. 

Great Artists Series '24: Doos Trio

560 Music Center

Three masters and long-time friends join together in a new collaboration. Kayhan Kalhor (kamancheh), Wu Man (pipa), and Sandeep Das (tabla) are celebrated soloists in their individual traditions, all known for bringing those traditions out to the wider world. Their new trio highlights - and unites - the ancient traditions of Iran, China, and India in celebration of Lunar New Year.

Meridian Arts Centre

A musical summit and jam session featuring solos and collaborations among the bowed and plucked string instruments from cultures in the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Finale: Strings Attached

Libbey Bowl

Curated by Francesco Turrisi, a program of morning music spanning from ancient pipa music to works of Dowland and Monteverdi.

Early Music

Morning Concert

Vis-À-Vis

Catch the enchanting rhythms and beautiful melodies of Kayhan Kalhor and Erdal Erzincan, two longtime musical collaborators whose blending of Iranian kamancheh and Turkish saz demonstrates that to be one in heart is better than to be one in tongue.

Kayhan Kalhor and Erdal Erzincan

Skirball Cultural Center

Kalhor is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians in Persian classical music of our time. With his masterful playing of the kamancheh and his many international collaborations, he has touched audiences all over the world. His music unites tradition, improvisation and storytelling in a way that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries.

Percussionist, Vocalist

Kayhan Kalhor

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 21, 2026

Kayhan Kalhor – Voices of Eternity · Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Oct 30, 2026

Kayhan Kalhor & Erdal Erzincan · Gulbenkian Arts Centre

Feb 24, 2026

Brooklyn Rider with Kayhan Kalhor: Silent City · Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

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