Ghafoor Sheikh (Stage Name: Rahav)

A professional vocalist and instructor of traditional Persian singing (Avaz), with over 20 years of experience in teaching and performing both in Iran and abroad. He holds a PhD in Natural Resources and is currently the Director of Melody Music Academy in Liverpool. Ghafoor Sheikh (Rahav) has extensive experience in teaching Persian classical singing both in-person and online and has performed in numerous international concerts.

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Musical Education

Trained in the Shajarian School of Persian vocal music
Studied under distinguished masters including Razavi Sarvestani, Hamidreza Nourbakhsh, Mohsen Keramati, and Mohammad-Reza Lotfi
Mastery of Persian traditional radif (modal repertoire) and structural analysis of Iranian music

Teaching Experience

Instructor of traditional Persian singing at the University of Tehran’s Jahad Daneshgahi (5 years)
Over 20 years of teaching Avaz in various music institutes across Tehran
Providing both online and in-person vocal training for students in the UK and across Europe

Performance Experience

Released the album “Rasm-e Yari” (nominated for Best Traditional Album at the Iranian House of Music Awards, 2010)
Performed concerts in Belgium, Austria, Germany, Greece, Russia, Turkey, Indonesia, and Kuwait
Numerous performances in Iran with ensembles such as Molavi, Bayan, Sarmastan, Saba, and Chakavak
Organizer and artistic director of Rahav Music Ensemble concerts in the UK and Europe

Academy Management

Director of Melody Music Academy in Liverpool
Providing educational programs in Persian singing, Iranian instruments, and traditional and modern music
Organizing workshops, educational concerts, and cultural events for students and music enthusiasts