Kiya Tabassian
Kiya Tabassian | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | August 11, 1976 Tehran, Iran |
| Genres | World music, Persian music, Ancient music, Baroque music |
| Occupation(s) | Musician and composer |
| Instrument | Setar |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | ATMA Classique, Glossa, Analekta |
| Member of | Constantinople |
| Website | www.constantinople.ca/en |
Kiya Tabassian (born on August 11, 1976, in Tehran) is an Iranian musician, singer, and composer. He moved to Canada in 1990 and created the musical ensemble Constantinople, assuming the roles of both artistic director and composer. Constantinople includes the interplay between Persian musical traditions and a variety of global styles.