Releases
Piano Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 10 "Divine Sonata"
September 2024
"Divine Sonata" is a powerful three-movement composition by Arashk Azizi, inspired by Dante Alighieri's *Divine Comedy*. This sonata reimagines the epic journey through Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso, capturing the essence of each realm through evocative melodies and complex harmonies. Azizi's work offers a profound musical exploration of Dante's timeless themes of darkness, purification, and enlightenment.
Commissioned by: Ge.Ne.Ra
Symphony No. 2 in C minor, Op.9 "Esfandiyar"
October 2022
Based on the story "the seven labors of Esfandiyar", Arashk Azizi composed an epic program symphony in seven movements. each movement is about one of the obstacles that Esfandiyar needs to pass. the first movement is a seven-beat piece; in each movement, one beat is added to the music until the last movement, which is a thirteen-beat piece.
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8 "Rooftops"
May 2022
"Rooftops" is the second piano sonata by Arashk Azizi. This sonata is in four movements like most classical piano sonatas. However, the harmonic progression of the piece is in the style of contemporary music and reminds the audience of the music by John Adams and Philip Glass. The piece is based on a painting by the same name by Zohre Daneshfazli that is used as the album's cover artwork.
Piano Poem in C-sharp minor, Op. 7 "Tranquil"
February 2022
In the form of the Piano Poem, Arashk Azizi composed and performed a new calm but dark single track in the C-sharp minor key. the tranquility of the piece creates a relaxing environment for the audience and takes them on a smooth ride through different key modulations.
Piano Poem in C minor, Op. 6 "Cascade"
June 2021
Paino Poem in C minor, Op. 6 "Cascade" is the second official piano poem composed and performed by Arashk Azizi. this piece is a breathless cascade of notes that take the audience through an emotional journey.
Variation on a Persian theme, Op. 5 "Navaei"
May 2021
Variation on a Persian theme, Op. 5 "Navaei" is a solo piano piece in the style of late romanticism, based on a folk song named "Navaei" from the "Greater Khorasan" today's northeast Iran and west Afghanistan.
Cover Artwork by Zohre Daneshfazli.
Piano Poem in G minor, Op. 4
"Still Moment"
November 2020
"Still Moment" is the first Piano Poem by Arashk Azizi. this form is based on solo piano, it takes the audience through an emotional journey with a narrative quality. the Piece starts in a dark minor key and ends in a more positive mood, though still in a minor key. Piano Poem mainly consists of variations on the main theme with a feeling of improvisation.
Piano Adagios
May 2020
Piano Adagios contains ten peaceful pieces of classical music for piano. The personal accentuation of the performer gives a new taste to these well-known pieces.
Piano Adagios contains pieces from, Frédéric Chopin, Ludwig Van Beethoven, Erik Satie, Robert Schumann, Tomaso Albinoni and Johann Sebastian Bach. all performed by Arashk Azizi.
Cover Artwork by Zohre Daneshfazli.
October 2019
"Insomnia" is the 3rd classical Album by Arashk Azizi. it contains ten Nocturnes for solo piano, most of these pieces are easy listening and calm piano pieces.
Cover Artwork by Amir Shabany.
October 2018
"The Day Silence Began" is Arashk Azizi's second classical album. This piano sonata is in the style of romantic era compositions but there are some effects from modern music too, especially minimalism that can be heard in some parts of this six-movement sonata.
Cover Artwork by Behrouz Hoseinkhani.
May 2017
"In the eternal day" is a program symphony, composed in five movements based on the book "the conference of the birds" by "Attar of Nishapur" (13th-century Persian poet).
Cover Artwork by Rahman Radmard.
Events
- Thu, Sep 26RavennaSep 26, 2024, 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM GMT+2Ravenna, Piazza S. Francesco, 3, 48121 Ravenna RA, ItalyJoin us for the world premiere of Divine Sonata, a profound three-movement composition by Arashk Azizi, inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy. Set in the historic San Francesco Cathedral in Ravenna, Italy.
- Multiple DatesMon, Sep 23A.p.A.I. - Casa dell'ArteSep 23, 2024, 3:00 PM GMT+2 – Sep 25, 2024, 6:30 PM GMT+2A.p.A.I. - Casa dell'Arte, Via Salara, 11, 48121 Ravenna RA, ItalyAn immersive 3-day music workshop that delves into the drama of music and the art of translating stories into musical notes.
- Sat, Feb 24TallinnFeb 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMTallinn, Tööstuse 13, 10413 Tallinn, EstoniaA charity concert to help war victims of Ukraine.
- Sun, Oct 08Ravenna, Casa de PagnaniOct 08, 2023, 8:30 PM GMT+2 – Oct 09, 2023, 8:30 PM GMT+2Ravenna, Casa de Pagnani, Ravenna, Province of Ravenna, Italy
- Fri, Oct 06RomaOct 06, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PMRoma, Vicolo del Babuino, 8, 00187 Roma RM, Italyhttps://fb.me/e/1z92nIf5w
- Fri, Sep 29Fornace ZarattiniSep 29, 2023, 10:00 PM – 11:30 PMFornace Zarattini, Via Faentina, 248, 48124 Fornace Zarattini RA, ItalyMore info and tickets: https://fb.me/e/3zKvTP1XX
- Fri, Sep 08TallinnSep 08, 2023, 5:00 PM – Sep 09, 2023, 2:00 AMTallinn, Vana-Kalamaja 1, 10412 Tallinn, Estonia
- Sat, Aug 27TallinnAug 27, 2022, 5:00 PMTallinn, Tööstuse 13, 10413 Tallinn, EstoniaTickets: https://fienta.com/et/chancy-piano-tallinn-fringe Listen to music led by chance! In Chancy Piano, Arashk Azizi will perform piano improvisations on melodies created by you on the spot!
- Thu, Apr 28TallinnApr 28, 2022, 7:00 PM GMT+3Tallinn, Tööstuse 13, 10413 Tallinn, EstoniaTickets: https://fienta.com/music-night-heldeke-chapter2
- Fri, Mar 25TallinnMar 25, 2022, 6:30 PM GMT+2Tallinn, A. Weizenbergi 37, 10127 Tallinn, Estoniatickets at: https://fienta.com/piano-recital
About
Arashk Azizi is a contemporary classical composer, pianist, music producer, and author based in Tallinn, Estonia. His work is deeply rooted in storytelling, with a focus on bringing ancient and modern mythology to life through music. Azizi's compositions range across various forms, including program symphonies, concert overtures, symphonic poems, and his unique creation, the Piano Poem, where the piano evokes the emotional depth and complexity of a full orchestra.
The Iranian-born musician has transformed timeless stories into profound musical experiences. His first symphony, "In the Eternal Day", is a powerful reimagining of "The Conference of the Birds", capturing the spiritual journey of the soul. His second symphony, "Esfandyar", breathes new life into "The Seven Labors of Esfandiar" from the "Shahnameh", weaving a narrative of heroism and destiny. The epic "Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri inspired Azizi's "Divine Sonata", a three-movement piece that journeys through Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. "Haft Peykar", a romantic epic by Nizami Ganjavi, has been reinterpreted into a nine-movement string quartet, each movement reflecting the rich and intricate tales of the original work. Currently, Azizi is working on several projects, including his third symphony, based on "The Epic of Gilgamesh", one of humanity's oldest and most profound stories, and a series of piano poems called "Metsa Lood" inspired by Estonian mythology and folklore.
Influenced by a diverse array of composers, including Gustav Mahler, Igor Stravinsky, Franz Liszt, Dmitri Shostakovich, and John Adams, Azizi's music is a fusion of contemporary, late Romantic, and modern classical elements. His compositions are known for their emotional depth, innovative structures, and the ability to transport listeners into the worlds of the myths they portray.
Beyond his composing, Azizi has also authored a novel and several short stories, with more literary works in progress. He is an active music producer at Tunitemusic record label, where he collaborates with artists from around the globe, helping them bring their musical visions to life. His background in cinema and his talent for creating narrative-driven music have also led him to compose soundtracks for feature films, short films, series, and TV shows.
Arashk Azizi’s work is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of music, bridging ancient myths with modern sounds to create compositions that are both timeless and uniquely his own.