Keivan Saket (born 1961 in Mashhad)
Is an Iranian composer, Master Tar & Setar Player and university professor
and Tar and Setar Player, and author of 12 books for Tar and Setar.
He is one of the most influential figures in contemporary Iranian music.
As a composer, virtuoso tar and setar player, educator, and researcher,
He has played a major role in shaping the modern identity of Persian classical music over the past four decades.
His unique combination of advanced instrumental technique, creative composition,
and scholarly insight has earned him recognition both in Iran and internationally.
Saket has performed extensively across Iran, Europe, the United States, Armenia, Turkey, and Central Asia, presenting Persian music in refined and modern formats that resonate with global audiences. He is the founder of the Vaziri Ensemble, a group dedicated to presenting Iranian music with orchestral and contemporary arrangements, which has become one of the most respected ensembles in the field.
🎼 Artistic Achievements
Throughout his career, Keyvan Saket has:
• Composed numerous orchestral, solo, and ensemble works
• Published authoritative instructional books for tar and setar
• Performed internationally in Europe, the United States, Armenia, Turkey, and Asia
• Collaborated with leading Iranian musicians and vocalists
• Played a significant role in training the new generation of Iranian tar and setar players
His works blend Persian classical traditions with modern orchestration, creating a distinctive and innovative musical language.
Musical Characteristics
Saket’s artistic style is known for:
• Exceptional technical mastery on tar and setar
• Strong melodic expression and emotional depth
• Creative use of Persian classical forms
• Modern approaches to arrangement and orchestration
• The ability to present Persian music in a format accessible to international audiences
He is widely regarded as one of the few Iranian musicians who have elevated tar performance technique to a globally comparable standard.
