Niaz Nawab & Erwin Khachikian - Tribute Performance
Niaz Nawab & Erwin Khachikian
A Tribute to Fereydoun Farrokhzad
Niaz Nawab & Erwin Khachikian
A Tribute to Fereydoun Farrokhzad
As part of Farhang Foundation’s Annual Gala Celebrations, we invited three select young artists to perform tributes to Iranian legends who have inspired them. Our third and final performance of this series is by the talented duo of Niaz Nawab and Erwin Khachikian, performing this beautiful rendition of Fereydoun Farrokhzad’s hit duet “Avazeh Khan Nah Avaz."
"Fereydoun Farokhzad’s original films and music videos from decades ago might appear faded to our modern eyes today, though his updated ideology and wide perspective of life is full of colors.
One can only imagine what his life would have been like if he was alive today!
We are honored that Farhang Foundation created this opportunity for us to remember and celebrate his art through our voices.”
About Niaz Nawab
Niaz Nawab is an accomplished multi-instrumental musician, singer, songwriter, composer, and music teacher. Born in Tehran, and living in Paris, Niaz started her career in music at an early age with formal training in piano and classical violin at the age of 10 at the Tehran Conservatory of Music. Prior to her formal training in France, she competed in a musical competition in London and she was awarded a diploma from the Trinity College of London.
Niaz was accepted at the Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris and five years later, she received her Brevet d’Exécution in piano. Following her graduation, she continued her studies of Piano under Ms. Jacqueline Bourgès-Maunoury and received her DEF from Créteil Conservatory in Créteil, France.
Niaz has years of experience from teaching music to composing music for the cultural branch of Radio France. In addition to her continuous work with students and various organizations, Niaz is also involved with many musical events and festivals. She has conducted a European Tour (pre-covid) with her band. Her music, including her famous album Hafez is widely available on iTunes and other popular major music vendors.
Nawabniaz.com
Instagram: @niaznawab
Facebook: @Official.Niaz.Nawab
About Erwin Khachikian
Erwin Khachikian is a musical artist and producer living in Los Angeles. Born in Iran to Armenian parents, he grew up in Southern California and his first band Slow Motion Reign was signed with Columbia Records.
Erwin has performed on major TV shows such as The Tonight Show, (both Leno and Kimmel) and has been a recurring guest on BBC’s Kook. He has toured the globe as musical director and keyboard player with Serj Tankian (System of a Down), playing at festivals such as Germany’s Rock Am Ring, the Leeds Festival, and the massive English rock extravaganza, Reading Festival.
His solo musical project since 2010, KARMANDAN, captured the attention and loyalty of a wide Persian audience all over the world. His take on Iranian cultural issues and his provocative music videos helped bring his music into the underground rock scene of Tehran. Recently, he teamed up with Niaz Nawab, and Together they released their joint album Terminal One.
Erwinsmusic.com
Instagram: @erwinkhachikian
Facebook: @ErwinsMusic
