In memory of Farhangfar - By: Amir Manbachi

This is an An Improvisation on Persian Classical Music Rhythms, more specifically regional rhythms such as Kurdish and also rhythms used in Zourkhane (Old House of Strength/Sport) for leading the beat in team exercises. This piece is inspired by my understanding from Maestros Nasser Farhangfar and Arzhang Kamakr's records; as well as my studies on "rhythm haye zarveshi" (Book author: Faramarz Najafi Tehrani) The intention here is to present these rhythms and this instrument (Tombak) to the world. Please accept my apologies for any shortcomings, especially from the sound quality stand point.


More info about the performer, Amir Manbachi, is available online either at "www.amir-manbachi.ca" or their music ensemble: "www.chakavak.ca"


A short Description of Tombak:

"TOMBAK is the main percussion instrument performed in the tradition of Persian classical music. It is a goblet-shaped drum with a single head covered by a piece of lamb- or goat-skin, which is tightly stretched over the large opening side of the instrument. The instrument is mainly made of mulberry or walnut wood; however, it is sometimes made of clay or rarely of metal as well. The performer holds the instrument horizontally on his/her thigh while striking it with his palms and fingers. There are a rich variety of performance techniques employed on this instrument such as different types of rolling and snapping the fingers. The name of the TOMBAK seems to have an onomatopoeic origin, since "tom" is the low frequency struck played on the centre of the skin, while "back" is the high frequency struck performed on the side or periphery of the membrance. In addition to its role as an accompanying instrument in traditional ensembles of Persian classical music, the tombak has also become a solo instrument with which musicians can demonstrate their technical virtuosity thanks to the development of a variety of sophisticated performance techniques as well as rich rhythms from Iran's wide range of multiethnical backgrounds"

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[rezachakavak]

Wonderful Solo... Thanks for sharing

[kayhaanake]

Great!

This is the Tombak playing class of thought, I grew up.

Nowadays, you don't see much melodic patterns in Tombak solos, rather you see attempts for being showman and impressing everyone with techniques, which is sad.

I like your style and hes, Amir khan, keep up with the good job.

[MrJoeriwens]

Great job Amir

Hope to see you again in Neufchateau.

Joeri

[SCOTbombdotcom]

good but begining was a lil long

[Meaneradicator]

Nicely done.

[shawndehkhoda]

Amir Jaan, this was awesome. Sounded really good. I listened to it with and without the picture, and it sounded really good.

Nice choice of rhythms and great counting. It reminded me of Farhangfar's pieces, which I enjoy.

Keep up the good work. You're doing really well.

[filsoofimusic]

very true, totally agree

[rojin1364]

This is the true definition of master solo playing with thought and hard work . Amazing ! Looking forward to see more videos

[omid82]

nice one, Amir jan :)