Keivan Towfigh

American composer Keivan Towfigh (b. 1937, Tehran) immigrated to the US in the 1950s, and spent every spare moment at Symphony Hall and the other great classical music performance venues in Boston. In his music, Towfigh explores themes of spiritual awakening and courage in the face of persecution. Previous musical compositions include: The Healing Prayer (for organ, chorus and soloists) and The Turn of the Year (a 12-piece cycle for 13 instruments).

Keivan Towfigh's Websites: keivan.org