Being an artist in Iran has been a tricky business for a long time; one assumes that since the fraudulent elections last year and the riots that followed, it is even trickier.

From traditional classics to modern pop hits, join us as we explore the most memorable melodies from Iran's rich musical heritage. Our selection spans decades of artistic evolution, featuring ...

The music of Iranian composer Emanuel Melik Aslanian will be performed by one of his former students at a free concert at the Rancho Bernardo Library on Jan. 11.