Composer, Pianist, Contemporary Artist & Performer
Pouria Khadem (b. 1999, Mashhad, Iran) is an avant-garde composer and pianist whose musical journey began at the age of 5. A poly-styled composer and piano performer, he blends contemporary classical music with Persian microtonal traditions, showcasing a deep connection to his cultural roots. His work spans symphonic poems, Musical Theater, Film Score, Chamber music, jazz & world music, and multi-style vocal pieces.
Pouria’s compositions reflect his innovative approach, combining Modern Classical Music elements with traditional Persian sounds. He has performed with renowned orchestras and his music has been performed globally by great performers and orchestras. He is recognized for his unique contributions to both Iranian, international and Classical music.
Some of his large-scale works are:
– The Leader: A Musical Drama:
produced by Parviz Parastouei and directed by Hossein Parsaei
– Esfandiar’s Seven Labours:
A large-Scale Musical Theater directed by Hossein Parsaei, adapted from Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh
– The Leader Symphonic Poem:
A Symphonic Poem Performed by Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra & Choir, conducted by Rauf Abdullayev
– Takhti Symphonic Poem:
A Symphonic Poem Performed and Recorded by Prague Metropolitan Orchestra, conducted by Alexander Rahbari