Document Type
Interview
Publication Date
4-4-2024
Keywords
Cultural mapping, Persian music, Indian music, Turkish music, Arabic music, musical education
Abstract
This interview with Amir Etemedzadeh, a performer, advocate, and instructor of Persian and Arabic music in San Jose, was conducted by Jan English-Lueck as part of the Mosaic Atlas project. Amir discusses how music has been used for centuries as a way to bring people together, heal relationships, and promote emotional well-being. He wants his music to serve as a reminder of the power of music as a form of medicine and a way to connect with others. He also hopes that the next generation will appreciate and preserve the rich cultural traditions that his music represents. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of valuing and respecting the musical instruments and the history behind them. He wants the next generation to understand that music is a gift that should be cherished and studied. Lastly, he encourages the inclusion of music in school curricula, believing that every child deserves exposure to music and that it should be seen as a normal part of life. As part of the Mosaic Atlas project, Mosaic Staff and Volunteers, SJSU students and faculty from the Anthropology and Film, Theater, and Dance Departments interviewed people who support and produce art throughout the Bay Area.
Recommended Citation
Amir Etemedzadeh and Jan English-Lueck. "Mosaic Atlas: Interview with Amir Etemedzadeh" Mosaic Atlas Interviews (2024).
Network
Santa Clara County
Participant Website
https://www.amirschoolofmusic.com/
Address
Santa Clara County
Neighborhood
Santa Clara County
