In My Own Key

In My Own Key is a personal space where I write freely, reflect deeply, and explore music and life through my own lens. This section features my blog posts, essays, and thought pieces — often including critical perspectives on music, performance, and the role of art in society. From classical music critiques and composer profiles to teaching reflections, concert experiences, and cultural commentary, each entry is shaped by my experience as a performer, music enthusiast, and journalist. Whether you’re a fellow musician, student, or curious reader, this space invites you to read, think, and engage in tune with my world.

Chamber Orchestra

Musicians’ Protests from the NSO to the Tehran Symphony Orchestra

For years, classical musicians in Iran have kept the flame of this noble art alive despite all difficulties—artists who, in the silence of the stage, ignore the wounds of economic hardship, lack of support, and scarcity of resources, holding on to their love for music and commitment to their art.
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Manochehr Sahbai

Where Is Manoochehr Sahbai? / A Voice That Goes Unheard!

What is the true state of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra today? The orchestra’s permanent conductor, Manoochehr Sahbai, has been absent from its two most recent projects, both of which were conducted by guest conductors. His absence has raised many questions. Has Sahbai fallen victim to unstable management policies
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“Barcarolle”: A Boat on the Calm Waters of Venice

The piece Barcarolle by French composer Jacques Offenbach, with its gentle and soothing rhythm, resembles a boat gliding on the tranquil waters of Venice, guiding the listener on a journey through melodies and deep emotions.
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“Swan Lake,” the Timeless Work of Tchaikovsky

The piece Swan Lake is the timeless masterpiece of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the renowned Russian composer, which—with its emotional and inspiring music—has become one of the symbols of classical art worldwide and continues to captivate audiences
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“Italian Symphony”: A Musical Journey to the Lands of Southern Europe

Symphony No. 4” by Felix Mendelssohn, the German composer, known as the “Italian Symphony,” is a symbol of the atmosphere of Italy—an experience the young Mendelssohn encountered during his travels and transformed into notes with his magical pen. It can take listeners on a musical journey from the mood of Germany to the sunny lands of Southern Europe.
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“Persian March”: Johann Strauss’s Inquisitive Gaze Toward the Mysterious East

“Persian March,” the brilliant work by Austrian composer Johann Strauss, with an inquisitive gaze toward the mysterious East, has managed to intertwine the sounds of distant lands with the delicacy and spirit of Viennese music — and it still remains a beautiful bridge between cultures and languages.
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