Forty Pieces for Santur by master musician Faramarz Payvar, compiled and arranged by Mina Oftadeh, is a treasured collection for santur players of all levels. Published by Mahoor Publications, this book features forty classic Persian traditional pieces including pishdaramads, rengs, and chaharmezrabs from legendary masters like Darvish Khan, Abolhasan Saba, Ali-Naqi Vaziri, and others. The compositions are specially arranged for the santur, offering both technical challenge and musical beauty. Accompanied by two separate CDs featuring performances by Shahpar Shoja-ardalan on santur and Ali Zeinali Desuri on tombak, this collection serves as both a practical guide and a source of inspiration. With clear notation and rich cultural heritage, it is perfect for students, teachers, and enthusiasts of Persian classical music. A must-have for anyone dedicated to mastering the santur and exploring Iran’s musical legacy. Published in 2004, it remains a highly respected resource in Persian music education.
- Book Cover Type: Paperback
- Pages: 161
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- ISBN: 97896409965
- Persian Title: کتاب چهل قطعه برای سنتور اثر فرامرز پایور
