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PERSIAN TRILOGY

 

Persian Trilogy is a cycle of three orchestral works composed by Behzad Ranjbaran. The trilogy was inspired by legends from "Shahnameh" (The Book of Kings), the epic poem, written by Persian poet, Ferdowsi (c. 940-1020). The music  was recorded by London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by JoAnn Falletta

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1.   Seven Passages

 

".....[Persian Trilogy] is the Persian Kalevala, so to speak, and Ranjbaran has come up with three masterly contributions worthy of Sibelius.  .....
      Seemorgh Ranjbaran has composed a noble and brilliantly conceived score, spectacularly orchestrated and
2.    The Mountain filled with memorable tunes, meticulous
3.    The Moonlight development, and impressive craftsmanship.
4.    The Sunrise

 

American Record Guide,  March/April 2005
     The Blood of Seyavash  
5.    The Young Prince and Heir  
6.    Seduction by Betrayal  
7.    Trial by Fire  
8.    Tormented Loyalties  
9.    Seeds of Envy  
10.  Idyllic Love  
11.  Prophecy Fulfilled  

Read about Shahnameh

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