Navazi (Version for Violin & Viola)

Navazi is a collection of composed improvisations inspired by the kamancheh, a traditional Iranian bowed string instrument resembling a Western fiddle. The title is a Persian word meaning both “to play an instrument” and “to caress.” Each movement draws from different sections of Dastgah-e Nava, one of the musical modes in Iranian classical music: Daramad (“Arise”), Nahoft (“Hide”), Khojaste (“Rejoice”), and Forud (“Return”).

Note: The four movements are intended to be interspersed between other pieces on a concert program, rather than performed consecutively.

Details

  • For violin & viola
  • Category: Chamber Ensemble
  • Year Composed: 2023
  • Duration: 8'
  • Commissioner: Tallā Rouge
  • Tags: Iranian Culture
  • Movements:
    • I. Arise
    • II. Hide
    • III. Rejoice
    • IV. Return
  • View Score ›

Performances

  • 15 JUN 2024
  • Navazi (Version for Violin & Viola)
  • Sunkiss'd Mozart
  • Carmel Valley, CA
  • Yuri Cho, violin; David Samuel, viola