Saqi - Composer: Farshid Kakavand

In the evocative setting of the Raofi House, a historical jewel in Qazvin Province, Iran, our music video became a living canvas celebrating the Kurdish heritage through the soulful sounds of the tanbur. As part of the “Tarz” ensemble, I had the honour of playing this traditional Kurdish instrument, revered for its deep, resonating melodies that have echoed through the mountains and valleys of Kurdistan for centuries.
This venue was more than just a backdrop: it was a living, breathing character in our performance, bridging the historic tradition of tanbur music with the enduring beauty and cultural richness of Qazvin's heritage.

Saqi music video – Prepared by: Professor Farshid Kakavand

The original lyrics appear on the Persian version of this page.