Serra Hwang
Music Theory, Harmony, Composition, RCM Exam Preparation
Serra Hwang was born in Seoul, Korea and received her education in the United States. She received her MA and DMA in Composition from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.…
Zameen Music Academy
Our Instructors
Meet the musicians and educators who teach at Zameen Music Academy. Each profile includes the instructor's musical background, teaching approach, areas of study, and a direct link to current booking availability.
Taees Gheirati
Santour, Music Theory
Taees Gheirati is a PhD candidate in Ethnomusicology at UBC, where she passionately explores the music and culture of Eastern Khorasan, Iran. She holds a bachelor's degree in Performing Iranian…
Taraneh Mousavi
Voice, Singing
Taraneh Mousavi is an accomplished Iranian vocalist, composer, lyricist, arts manager, and educator with over 20 years of experience in the music industry. Her unique sound blends jazz, classical, and…
Aysan Khalili
Piano
Aysan Khalili, with a Bachelor’s in Music from the Tehran Conservatory and a Master’s in Architecture, is a passionate piano and Orff instructor for kids and young students. Since 2013,…
Ehsaan Esfandiary
Violin
Ehsan Esfandiari is a Vancouver-based violinist and music educator with over 20 years of experience in performance and teaching. He studied Classical Music Performance at the University of Tehran, ranked…
Julian Lee De Vita
Cello
Julian Lee De Vita has performed in prestigious venues across Canada, Germany, and Sweden, appearing in major concert halls in every Canadian province. He is an alumnus of the Banff…
Mahtab Saadatmand
Cello
Mahtab Saadatmand is a professional cellist and cello instructor based in Vancouver. She holds a Master of Music in Cello Performance from the University of Victoria, where she studied with…
Sylvie Nesbitt
Voice, Singing
Sylvie Nesbitt is a voice and singing instructor currently completing her Bachelor of Music in Voice at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where she is actively involved in solo…
Farhad Ebnejalal
Santour, Music Theory
Farhad Ebnejalal is an Iranian musician, educator, and artistic director based in Vancouver. He holds a BA in Music Performance from Tehran University of Art and is the founder of…
Connor Lum
Saxophone, Flute & Clarinet
Connor Lum is a saxophonist (woodwind specialist), composer, and arranger based in Vancouver, Canada who draws inspiration from a variety of music styles. At an early age, Connor discovered a…
Kiandokht Nouri
Piano, Music Theory, Harmony
Kiandokht Nouri is a Vancouver-based pianist and educator who began her piano training at age six, later earning her diploma from the Tehran Music School. She studied piano performance at…
Ronak Mehrabi
Setar
Ronak Mehrabi is an experienced Setar player and music educator, dedicated to fostering creativity and enthusiasm for Iranian music. Born in 1989, Ronak received formal training in Setar under the…
Anthony Schulz
Accordion
Born in Australia, Anthony Schulz is an experienced music educator and accomplished accordionist who champions the accordion, exploring and showcasing its capacity for versatility and refinement. With a career spanning…
Shahin Pourghiasian
Tar, Tanbour
Shahin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from the University of Art in Tehran. A dedicated Tar, Tanbour, and Setar player, he has cultivated his artistry through years of…
Ardavan Mofidi
Guitar
Ardavan Mofidi holds a Master’s degree in Musicology from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from the University of Art in Tehran. With over 9…