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Mohammad Javad Tavazonizadeh

Composer - Participant 2023

2000

Iran

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Mohammad Javad is a composer, pianist, setar player, classical vocalist, and educator.

His works have been recognized and performed internationally.

His musical journey began with a strong foundation in traditional Iranian music, initially

starting with Setar. Over time, his passion for music expanded as he delved into piano,

harmony, and orchestration, ultimately leading him to pursue a degree in composition.

In 2019, he successfully entered the only composition program in Iran.

He completed his undergraduate studies in composition at the Tehran University of Art

in 2022, where he excelled as the top graduate. This achievement allowed him to

pursue a master's degree in composition at the same institution. Throughout his

academic journey, he attended various courses and masterclasses, notably with

composers like Reza Vali and Ahmad Pejman, which significantly influenced his musical

style.

Mohammad Javad's experiments so far have received acclaim and recognition,

including: 15TH NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF YOUTH MUSIC,TEHRAN,IRAN

2022 winner in composition category for chehr gah(piano trio)

FIRST INTERNATONAL PEARL OF PERSIA RUMI MUSIC FESTIVAL,

CALIFORNIA,UNITED STATES

2021 selected and funded in composition category for Like a Spinning ball in a Field

His diverse musical interests encompass Iranian urban and traditional music, as well as

Azerbaijani, Arabic, and Kurdish musical traditions. Persian poetry, spanning from the

Middle Ages to some late 20th-century contemporary works, has been influential in

shaping his artistic taste. In recent years, he has explored contemporary music.

His recent projects focus on the performative aspects of composing, often incorporating

immersive theatrical elements. For example, he directed a performance with musicians

from various genres, accompanied by visual elements, including documentary

materials. This was performed in RooBeroo Mansion.

Apart from his creative work, Mohammad Javad has been an active member of

TEHRANVOCAL ENSEMBLE since 2022 and TONAL CHOIR since 2019, This

collaboration has led to numerous performances at major Iranian festivals and public

events. He has also composed for various short films and theater performances, with

some of his works featured at prominent theater venues such as Molavi Hall (2019-

2020). Additionally, he has been involved in teaching and tutoring at various institutions,

with a primary focus on tonal harmony and solfege.

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Works

Excerpts:
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Interview
00:00 / 01:04
sad.still.calm.phrenetic
00:00 / 01:04
Chehr Gah
00:00 / 01:04
Title
Instrumentation
Duration
Year
Interview
For 2 viola and piano
7'
sad.still.calm.phrenetic
For alto saxophone
Chehr Gah
For clarinet, viola and piano
7'
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