Mohammad Reza Shajarian – محمدرضا شجريان (born 23 September 1940) is an internationally and critically acclaimed Persian classical singer, composer and Ostad (master) of Persian music. He has been called “Iran’s greatest living master of traditional Persian music.” Shajarian is also known for his skills in Persian calligraphy, and humanitarian activities.
Both within Iran and worldwide, Mohammad Reza Shajarian is widely considered the foremost living exponent of Persian classical music (dastgah).
Vocalist & Composer
Mohammad Reza Shajarian is the undisputed master of Persian traditional (classical) singing and is regarded as a national treasure by both musicians and music lovers. He is perhaps Iran’s most diverse and prolific singer of all time and has a huge repertory of recorded works.
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Maestro Mohammadreza Shajarian is the magnificent voice of Iran. Now that he is in a difficult condition of illness, the prayers of the whole nation are with him (23 August 2020).