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Mohammadreza Ajdari
MohammadReza Ajdari – Composer | Conductor | Global Music Visionary
MohammadReza Ajdari is an Iranian composer, conductor, and multi-instrumentalist known for his soulful blend of jazz, world music, and cinematic soundscapes. With a formal education in Global Music Performance from the University of Art in Tehran, Ajdari bridges Persian musical traditions with contemporary global genres.
His recent instrumental track "Els"—a deeply emotional composition performed on soprano saxophone—has earned international acclaim and was nominated for the 2025 Hollywood Independent Music Awards in the World Music category. Ajdari has also been recognized by the Hollywood Music in Media Awards, the Global Music Awards, and received top honors at the FM Contest for three consecutive years (2021–2023).
Beyond composing, Ajdari is a dedicated educator and author of “Music: The Miracle of Love,” a book exploring the transformative power of music in modern life. His artistic vision is grounded in storytelling through sound, often inspired by nature, human emotions, and themes of inner resilience.
With a growing global presence, Ajdari continues to push musical boundaries while staying rooted in his cultural heritage. He is currently preparing a series of cinematic performances and international collaborations that bring Eastern melodies into dialogue with Western harmony.
Website: www.mrajdari.com
Instagram: @mohammad.reza.ajdari
Email: [email protected]
Awards
Hollywood Independent Music Awards 2025
Finalist Nominee – World Music Category
Recognized for his composition “Els” among top global entries in the prestigious Hollywood Independent Music Awards.
Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA)
Nominee – Instrumental / World Music
Acknowledged for his fusion of cinematic and Persian-inspired melodies.
Global Music Awards
Silver Medal Winner – Instrumental / Composition
Celebrated for excellence in original instrumental composition with international impact.
FM Contest International (2021, 2022, 2023)
Top Honors – Composition & Arrangement
Three consecutive-year winner for exceptional creativity and innovation in world music.
World Entertainment Awards (WEA)
Certificate of Participation and Nomination
Officially selected and featured as a distinguished artist in the WEA global platform.
Bronze Medal – Student Excellence
Awarded by [Organization Name] for training and mentoring three piano students who earned international recognition in performance.
Gear
Instruments:
Soprano Saxophone – Yamaha YSS-475
Acoustic Guitar – Taylor 214ce
Classical Guitar – Yamaha CG192
Digital Piano – Yamaha Clavinova CLP Series
MIDI Controller – Arturia KeyLab 49 MkII
Studio Gear:
Audio Interface – Universal Audio Apollo Twin X
Microphones – Neumann TLM 103, Shure SM7B
Headphones – Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro
Monitors – Yamaha HS8
Software & Plugins:
DAWs: Logic Pro X, Ableton Live
Orchestration & Scoring: Sibelius Ultimate
Sample Libraries:
Spitfire Audio (BBC Symphony Orchestra, Albion ONE)
EastWest Quantum Leap
Native Instruments Komplete Ultimate
Vienna Symphonic Library
Soundiron Emotional Piano
Other Tools:
iZotope Ozone & RX for mastering and restoration
FabFilter Pro Bundle for mixing
Waves Audio plugins for dynamics and effects
Kontakt (custom patch programming for world instruments)
Tags
> “Ajdari's music is a bridge between continents — it’s both ancient and immediate, cinematic and deeply human.”
— Global Music Awards Jury Panel
> “With ‘Els,’ Ajdari doesn’t just compose a song; he paints an emotional landscape where silence speaks and melody heals.”
— Hollywood Independent Music Awards, 2025
> “His blend of Persian soul and jazz sensibility is as rare as it is beautiful. A true voice of global music.”