Mahsa Vahdat

About me

Berkeley, United States

Mahsa Vahdat is an award-winning Iranian singer, composer, producer, and cultural activist dedicated to both her personal lifelong musical and artistic path and the greater cause of freedom of expression. Her artistic work has offered audiences around the globe a deeper appreciation of Iranian poetry and music.
Born in 1973 in Tehran, she received her B.A. in Music from the Tehran University of Arts.Mahsa Vahdat has developed a highly personal style of performance, rooted in Persian classical and regional vocal music traditions and infused with contemporary and innovative expressions and influences. Her many performance and recording projects include collaborations with many of the world's most acclaimed musicians including Mighty Sam McClain, Kronos Quartet, Tord Gustavson, Marjan Vahdat, Atabak, Elyasi, Teatr Zar, SKRUK, Kitka and countless others.Through creative dialogues with her collaborators she has developed a diverse, unique and wide-ranging repertoire.

Cultural background

  • Iran

Values

  • Authenticity
  • Creativity
  • Curiosity
  • Determination
  • Fairness
  • Friendships
  • Humor
  • Justice
  • Knowledge
  • Learning
  • Listening
  • Love
  • Making a difference
  • Meaningful work
  • Openness
  • Peace
  • Reputation
  • Respect
  • Spirituality
  • Vision
  • Wisdom