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Classical, International - Edinburgh Fringe

Behnam Ghazanfaripour – The Music of the Santour

Behnam Ghazanfaripour – Persian Classical Music

Iranian music, with the Santour at its heart, carries centuries of emotion, poetry and cultural identity. Through music, the player aims to create dialogue, understanding and unity in a world that needs deeper human connection. In this way, art becomes a shared language beyond borders. The voice of the Santour, an ancient Persian dulcimer played with mallets, represents not only Iranian heritage, but also a universal bridge to bring people closer together across cultures, reminding us of our shared humanity.