Traditional singing from the past to the present
Iranian or traditional singing is composed of different instruments and songs. The history of this style dates back to before the birth of Christ and its spread is not limited to Iran and has affected many parts of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkey, and Greece. Traditional singing is performed on different instruments (7 instruments) and singers of this style can sing on any of these instruments. Among the ancient singers of this style, we can mention Barbad, Nakisa, and Ramtin, and from today's singers, we can mention Mohammad Reza Shajarian, Shahram Nazeri, Homayoun Shajarian, Parvaz Homay, and so on.
Learning music in Edmonton
In the early days, music was performed in churches and community halls in Edmonton. Edmonton has a history of performing opera and classical music. Both are sponsored by various clubs and associations. Edmonton's first major radio station, CKUA, began broadcasting music in 1927. This city is the center of music education. The University of Alberta began its Department of Music in 1945, and McEwan University opened a jazz theater and music program in 1980. The city is also very famous for holding symphony orchestras. Edmonton has a vibrant popular music scene in the genres of hip hop, reggae, R&B, rock, pop, metal, punk, country, and electronics. Famous local musicians of the past and present of this city include Robert Golett, Tommy Banks, Eleanor Collins, Stow Davis, Tim Fahan, Weapons of Cadence, Krishna Turner, Smalls. Festivals such as Edmonton Folk Festival and Edmonton Blues Festival are also held there annually.