Behrooz Paygan is a composer and producer whose musical journey began at the age of seven with the piano, laying the foundation for a lifelong exploration of sound and structure. He went on to formally study Music Composition, earning a Master’s degree and refining a voice that bridges classical discipline with contemporary intensity. Since 2001, his work has centered on blending symphonic elements with rock and metal, creating a distinct sonic language that carries both cinematic depth and emotional weight. His compositions often move between fragility and force—layering orchestral textures, electronic elements, and guitar-driven energy into cohesive narratives suited for film and television. Beyond scoring, he has worked extensively as a music director, band leader, and producer, collaborating across genres and shaping performances with a strong sense of storytelling and atmosphere. With a career spanning decades, Paygan continues to evolve artistically, pushing the boundaries between genres while maintaining a signature style rooted in contrast, tension, and expressive nuance. His work reflects a commitment not just to music as craft, but to music as a medium for complex emotional and conceptual expression.

Behrooz Paygan

Behrooz Paygan is a composer and producer whose musical journey began at the age of seven with the piano, laying the foundation for a lifelong exploration of sound and structure. He went on to formally study Music Composition, earning a Master’s degree and refining a voice that bridges classical discipline with contemporary intensity. Since 2001, his work has centered on blending symphonic elements with rock and metal, creating a distinct sonic language that carries both cinematic depth and emotional weight. His compositions often move between fragility and force—layering orchestral textures, electronic elements, and guitar-driven energy into cohesive narratives suited for film and television. Beyond scoring, he has worked extensively as a music director, band leader, and producer, collaborating across genres and shaping performances with a strong sense of storytelling and atmosphere. With a career spanning decades, Paygan continues to evolve artistically, pushing the boundaries between genres while maintaining a signature style rooted in contrast, tension, and expressive nuance. His work reflects a commitment not just to music as craft, but to music as a medium for complex emotional and conceptual expression.

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Behrooz Paygan is a composer and producer whose musical journey began at the age of seven with the piano, laying the foundation for a lifelong exploration of sound and structure. He went on to formally study Music Composition, earning a Master’s degree and refining a voice that bridges classical discipline with contemporary intensity. Since 2001, his work has centered on blending symphonic elements with rock and metal, creating a distinct sonic language that carries both cinematic depth and emotional weight.

His compositions often move between fragility and force—layering orchestral textures, electronic elements, and guitar-driven energy into cohesive narratives suited for film and television. Beyond scoring, he has worked extensively as a music director, band leader, and producer, collaborating across genres and shaping performances with a strong sense of storytelling and atmosphere.

With a career spanning decades, Paygan continues to evolve artistically, pushing the boundaries between genres while maintaining a signature style rooted in contrast, tension, and expressive nuance. His work reflects a commitment not just to music as craft, but to music as a medium for complex emotional and conceptual expression.

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Language

English
Advanced
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Teaching - Private tutor
January 1, 2018 - Present
Music Teaching - ICTC, Iranian Canadian Teen Club at Toronto, Canada
January 1, 2018 - Present
Student Teaching at Golbang E Aref Music Institution
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Founder and Manager at Paygan Studio (Paygan Productions)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Reza Yazdani Band
February 1, 2025 - Present
Piano & Keys player at Roozbeh Bemani
November 1, 2024 - Present
Canada Tour
Piano & Keys player at Shahab Baradaran Band
August 1, 2023 - Present
Canada - Toronto Small Music World
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Chaartaar Band
May 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Canada tour - Toronto, Montreal & Vancouver
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Yasamin Saleki
March 1, 2020 - Present
Persia's got talent winner, Stockholm, Sweden
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Chaartaar Band
November 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Canada & UK Tour, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Winnipeg & London
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Reza Yazdani Band
November 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Canada Tour, Toronto & Montreal
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Reza Yazdani Band
May 1, 2017 - May 31, 2017
Canada Tour, Toronto, Montreal & Vancouver
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Australian tour
October 1, 2014 - October 31, 2014
Melbourne and Sydney
Band Leader, Musical Director and Pianist at Reza Yazdani Band
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2013
More than 200 concerts all over the country
Pianist at Symphonic Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
Fajr Music Festival, Tehran, Iran
Band Leader and Pianist at Pacific Band
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
40 performances
Composer and performer at kids theatre music with the band
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Tehran, Iran
High School Music Band Leader at Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002

Education

Master of Musical Arts Management at Science Complex FRK, Voronezh
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012
Certificate of photography at Tehran University Workshop
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2011
Bachelor of Art, Specialized Composer at Interlingua Humanities College, Voronezh
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2007
Diploma of Graphic Arts at Sardar E Sazandegi High School, Tehran
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2002

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services