Draft:Aref Jalayeri

Aref Jalayeri (16 Jun,1989) is an Iranian musician and composer.

Jalayeri was born on June 16, 1990, in Mashhad, Iran. He began exploring music and photography in his childhood, supported by his parents and tutored by his father, a photographer. He was drawn to the dotar, a traditional instrument that became central to his artistic identity. Jalayeri is a folklore musician, vocalist, and plays the dotar and piano. His work blends traditional Persian and Kurdish melodies with contemporary styles, creating innovative folklore-pop music. He aims to tell stories through his music, connecting the past with the present and integrating Eastern and Western musical traditions. His recent projects focus on leading and arranging in Persian folklore-pop, aiming to honor tradition while embracing modern interpretations.

Performances

 * Bliz Band Dotar soloing in Bojnurd 2014
 * Bliz Band Dotar soloing in Vahdat Hall in Tehran 2014
 * Bliz Band Dotar soloing & Back Vocaling in Milad Tower Concert hall 2015
 * Ronak Band Dotar soloing in Tajikistan 2015
 * Kayer Band Dotar Soloing in Tehran Concert 2015
 * Turkmanistan 2023 with Mohsen Mirzazadeh / Makhtoomgholi Concert Hall
 * Tukmanistan 2023 with Ronak Band 2023 / Makhtoomgholi Concert Hall
 * Khorasan / Mashhad with Ghasedak Ensemble / Ordibehesht hall 2023
 * Khorasan / Mashhad with Ghasedak Ensemble / Ordibehesht hall 2024 / 15 consecutive sessions / record of music performances in Iran

Career
Aref Jalayeri has been engaged in various activities in the field of art for many years. After gaining various experiences and backgrounds in music, he started composing and arranging folkloric pieces. He was a musician and arranger in various music groups. Today (2024) he is present in the Ghasdek Orchestra and they hold a concert tour with this group.

Music and Products

 * Allah Mazar performing works composed and playing Dutar.
 * Leyla performing works composed and playing Dutar.
 * Leyare performing works composed and playing Dutar.
 * Magri Magri ft Sohrab Bakshi performing works composed and playing Dutar.
 * Dorna performing works composed and playing Dotar.
 * Flight performing works composed and playing Dotar.