In Spring 2014, the Louvre Museum will present two concerts showcasing the beauty of classical and contemporary Persian music. On May 17, vocalist Pantea Alvandipour will interpret classical repertory from the 19th century under the Qajar dynasty, followed by Maede Tabatabai Niya who will perform original works composed by contemporary musician Siamak Jahangiry on May 18. Mr. Jahangiry (ney), Maryam Gharassou (tar lute), Ali Bahrami Fard (santour cithara) and Pasha Karami (percussions) will accompany the singers. This musical program is supported by the Elahé Omidyar Mir-Djalali Fund at the Louvre.
