I am an Iranian musician with over two decades of experience as a violinist, composer, and conductor. I have performed with major orchestras and collaborated with renowned Iranian composers, building a strong foundation in both classical and Iranian music. I am dedicated to educating the next generation of musicians and constantly explore new boundaries in musical expression. In parallel to performing, I compose for film and television and lead ensembles as a conductor and artistic director. Beyond performance, I teach violin at Pars Music Institute, Tehran Girls and Boys Music Conservatories, and other institutions, while continuing to develop new repertoire and projects across Iran and Europe. My work as a conductor includes leading the Tehran Chamber Orchestra, Tehran Symphonic Orchestra, and Esfandiyar Opera, among others, and I remain committed to enriching the musical landscape through collaboration and leadership.

Bardia Kiaras Shiraz

I am an Iranian musician with over two decades of experience as a violinist, composer, and conductor. I have performed with major orchestras and collaborated with renowned Iranian composers, building a strong foundation in both classical and Iranian music. I am dedicated to educating the next generation of musicians and constantly explore new boundaries in musical expression. In parallel to performing, I compose for film and television and lead ensembles as a conductor and artistic director. Beyond performance, I teach violin at Pars Music Institute, Tehran Girls and Boys Music Conservatories, and other institutions, while continuing to develop new repertoire and projects across Iran and Europe. My work as a conductor includes leading the Tehran Chamber Orchestra, Tehran Symphonic Orchestra, and Esfandiyar Opera, among others, and I remain committed to enriching the musical landscape through collaboration and leadership.

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I am an Iranian musician with over two decades of experience as a violinist, composer, and conductor. I have performed with major orchestras and collaborated with renowned Iranian composers, building a strong foundation in both classical and Iranian music. I am dedicated to educating the next generation of musicians and constantly explore new boundaries in musical expression. In parallel to performing, I compose for film and television and lead ensembles as a conductor and artistic director.

Beyond performance, I teach violin at Pars Music Institute, Tehran Girls and Boys Music Conservatories, and other institutions, while continuing to develop new repertoire and projects across Iran and Europe. My work as a conductor includes leading the Tehran Chamber Orchestra, Tehran Symphonic Orchestra, and Esfandiyar Opera, among others, and I remain committed to enriching the musical landscape through collaboration and leadership.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
German
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Geiger / Violinist at West Divan Orchestra
January 1, 2007 - Present
Principal violinist with the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, performing across Germany and Europe; collaborated with renowned Iranian composers and contributed to both standard and contemporary repertoire.
Violinist / Soloist at Various Iranian composers
December 31, 2004 - September 30, 2025
Collaborated with leading Iranian composers as a soloist, performing works for orchestras and chamber ensembles.
Konzertmeister at Teheran Symphonic Orchestra
December 31, 2019 - September 30, 2025
Concertmaster of Teheran Symphonic Orchestra, leading string section and assisting the conductor in repertoire preparation.
Konzertmeister at Iran Philharmonic Orchestra
December 31, 2001 - September 30, 2025
Concertmaster of Iran Philharmonic Orchestra; performed and led string sections; contributed to premieres of works for string orchestra.
Konzertmeister at Niavaran String Orchestra
December 31, 2001 - September 30, 2025
Concertmaster of Niavaran String Orchestra; led string section and collaborated on concert programming.
Geiger at Arvand Quartett
December 31, 2000 - September 30, 2025
Violinist in the Arvand Quartet; contributed to chamber music performances and recordings.
Geiger at Teheraner Streichorchester
December 31, 1998 - September 30, 2025
Violinist in the Tehran String Orchestra; participated in symphonic performances.
Gastgeiger at Teheran Symphonic Orchestra
December 31, 1998 - September 30, 2025
Guest violinist with Tehran Symphonic Orchestra during key seasons.
Geiger at Rundfunk- und Fernsehorchester
December 31, 2002 - September 30, 2025
Violinist for Iran’s Radio and Television Orchestra; performed in numerous broadcasts and live concerts.
Konzertmeister at Teheraner Musikkonservatorium Orchestra
December 31, 2000 - September 30, 2025
Concertmaster of the Tehran Conservatory Orchestra; led performances and rehearsals.
Solist at Teheraner Jugendorchester
December 31, 1998 - September 30, 2025
Soloist with the Tehran Youth Orchestra; performed prominent concertos.
Violin Teacher at Tehran Boys Music Conservatory
December 31, 2007 - September 30, 2025
Violin pedagogy and masterclasses at a prestigious Tehran conservatory.
Violin Teacher at Tehran Girls Music Conservatory
December 31, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Violin pedagogy and masterclasses at a prestigious Tehran conservatory for girls.
Violin Teacher at Pars Music Institute
December 31, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Instructor at Pars Music Institute, delivering violin instruction to a diverse student body.
Violin Teacher at Academic Applicative University
December 31, 2009 - September 30, 2025
Teaching violin at Academic Applicative University; delivering practical music education.
Chefdirigent at Iran National Orchestra
December 31, 2012 - September 30, 2025
Chief conductor of Iran National Orchestra; conducted concerts across Iran and Kuwait.
Dirigent at Tehran Chamber Orchestra
December 31, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Conductor of the Tehran Chamber Orchestra; shaped programs and performances.
Dirigent at EsfandiYAR Opera
January 1, 2022 - Present
Composer and conductor of the EsfandiYAR Opera project; 60-night residency at Vahdat Hall Esfandyar Opera.
Gastdirigent at Dovlat Akadamik Musiqili Musikfestivals, Azerbaijan
December 31, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Guest conductor at Azerbaijan’s Dovlat Akadamik Musiqili Musikfestival.
Dirigent at Oliver Twist - Sound of Music – Les Miserables
December 31, 2019 - September 30, 2025
Conductor for the Tehran productions of Oliver Twist, Sound of Music, and Les Miserables; 60-night engagements.
Juror at International Renaissance Music Festival
December 31, 2001 - September 30, 2025
Jury member at the International Renaissance Music Festival, Armenia.
Trainee / Soloist Performer at Rundfunk- und Fernsehorchester
December 31, 2002 - September 30, 2025
Continued performance activity with Iran’s national broadcasting and television orchestra.
Violinist at West Divan Orchestra
January 1, 2007 - Present
Violinist with West Divan Orchestra performing in Germany.
Soloist at Various Iranian composers
January 1, 2001 - Present
Collaborated as soloist with renowned Iranian composers.
Concertmaster at Tehran Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Concertmaster of the Tehran Symphonic Orchestra.
Concertmaster at Iran Philharmonic Orchestra
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Concertmaster of the Iran Philharmonic Orchestra.
Concertmaster at Niavaran String Orchestra
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2001
Concertmaster of the Niavaran String Orchestra.
Violinist at Arvand Quartet
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
Violinist with the Arvand Quartet.
Guest Violinist at Tehran Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998
Guest violinist with Tehran Symphonic Orchestra.
Violinist at Radio and Television Orchestra
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2002
Violinist with Radio and Television Orchestra.
Concertmaster at Tehran Boys Music Conservatory Orchestra
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000
Concertmaster of Tehran Boys Music Conservatory Orchestra.
Soloist at Tehran Youth Orchestra
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1998
Soloist with Tehran Youth Orchestra.
Composer at Film Music Composers Club (Iran)
January 1, 2006 - Present
Member of the Film Music Composers Club in Iran.
Composer at Iranian film/TV industry
January 1, 2003 - Present
Composed music for 20 movies and TV serials in Iran.
Composer at Renaissance International Music Festival, Armenia
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Composer at Renaissance International Music Festival.
Violin Teacher at Pars Music Institute
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2022
Violin teacher at Pars Music Institute.
Violin Teacher at Academic Applicative University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
Academic instructor.
Violin Teacher at Tehran Girls Music Conservatory
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2023
Violin teacher.
Violin Teacher at Tehran Boys Music Conservatory
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007
Violin teacher.
Composer and Conductor at Esfandiyar Opera
January 1, 2022 - Present
Composer and conductor of Esfandiyar Opera.
Guest Conductor at Tehran Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021
Guest conductor of Tehran Symphonic Orchestra.
Conductor at Oliver Twist - Sound of Music - Les Miserables productions
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2021
Conductor for stage adaptations for 60 nights each project.
Guest Conductor at Azerbaijan Dovlat Akadamik Musiqili Theater
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Guest conductor at music theater festival.
Conductor at Baady Kara Wind Orchestra
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Conductor of Baady Kara Wind Orchestra.
Conductor / Artistic Director at Tehran Chamber Orchestra
January 1, 2013 - Present
Conductor and artistic director.

Education

Violin studies and conservatory training at Tehran Boys Music Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025

Qualifications

Stipendien for West Divan Orchestra participation and masterclasses
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services