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Farid Sheek’s world does not begin or end on stage. Behind every composition lies a story, a silence, a question. In this space, he opens a window into that world — sharing thoughts, memories and encounters that shape his creative path.
Here you’ll find personal reflections, behind-the-scenes impressions, notes from the road, and moments that never made it to the spotlight but still carry weight. Some posts offer a glimpse into the making of a performance. Others explore broader themes: the role of art in society, the rhythm of belonging, or the beauty of collaboration across cultures.
Music That Transcends Words: Behind the Scenes with Composer Farid Sheek
Welcome to my blog! Today, I invite you on a unique journey behind the scenes of my latest musical project. This is a story of...
Farid Sheek
Feb 52 min read
Dance or Die
A celebration of the determination of Syria-born dancer Ahmad Joudeh with the music of the Iranian/Dutch composer Farid Sheek By...
Farid Sheek
Jan 121 min read
The Unseen World | A Mystic Journey
Imagine telling an unborn child about the vibrant, majestic world awaiting them outside the womb – green fields, towering mountains, and...
Farid Sheek
Jan 121 min read
Performance on NTR Radio Klassiek: Gordafarid in Music
With great pride and gratitude, I recently had the honor of performing on NTR Radio Klassiek alongside Mojgan Shajarian, Hossein...
Farid Sheek
Jan 121 min read
Honorable Invitation: Performance at the Johannes Vermeer Prize 2024
With great pride and gratitude, I am pleased to share that I was recently invited to perform during the ceremony of the Johannes Vermeer...
Farid Sheek
Jan 122 min read
"Gordafarid in Music: An Ode to the Courage of Women"
Introduction Recently, I had the honor of presenting my largest project of the year in collaboration with the North Pole Orchestra:...
Farid Sheek
Jan 122 min read
"With My Music, I Want to Unite Worlds"
The Iranian-Dutch musician Farid Sheek (29) comes from a family of Sufi musicians. "It wasn’t until I moved to the Netherlands that I...
Farid Sheek
Jan 124 min read
Roya Was Here: A Film That Resonates, with a Soundtrack from the Heart
I am incredibly proud to share that the film Roya Was Here , for which I composed the music, has been nominated for the Feminist Impact...
Farid Sheek
May 14, 20241 min read
Benefit: Concert for Peace | Het Concertgebouw
Cellist Maya Fridman and pianist/percussionist Farid Sheek present a benefit Concert for Peace to The Concertgebouw. Together with their...
Farid Sheek
Oct 26, 20231 min read
Farid Sheek Beyond Borders
Composer Farid Sheek and other exceptional musicians from various ethnic music traditions join forces to create a harmonious whole. Sheek...
Farid Sheek
Feb 27, 20231 min read
Performance for the Royal Family
HIt was a great honour and pleasure to have had the opportunity to perform for the Royal Family at the Royal Palace in The Hague. I...
Farid Sheek
Jul 19, 20221 min read
Flight a head, With Ahmad Joudeh
"It was difficult to dance But I was enjoying it Whenever moving forward seemed impossible I decided to turn and whirle" Farid Sheek...
Farid Sheek
Jul 18, 20221 min read
IN TWO MINDS
KALPANARTS | KALPANA RAGHURAMAN Together with five dancers, daf player Farid Sheek (Iran) and cellist Maya Fridman (Russia), Kalpanarts...
Farid Sheek
Mar 10, 20222 min read
The flow of EastWest
(music & calligraphy-painting) By: Fraidoon Warsta, Farid Sheek, Doriene Marselje, Mohsen Masoumi & Maya Fridman This event is about...
Fraidoon Warsta
Sep 10, 20212 min read
Sabr Ensemble
Composer Farid Sheek’s new ensemble consisting of the Russian cellist Maya Friedman, the Dutch harpist Doriene Marselje and the Iranian...
Farid Sheek
Jul 5, 20211 min read
Daf-production
Curious to find out where my daf-instruments come from? They are made by a specialist, called Mustafa. Because the drums are not being...
Farid Sheek
Jul 5, 20211 min read
The Pyramid of Health
Scientific studies have shown, throughout the years, that music has a lot of positive effects on our health. Music helps us relax,...
Farid Sheek
Jul 5, 20211 min read
BIO
Farid Sheek was born in Isfahan, Iran in 1994. As the son of a famous Iranian musician, Sheek grew up surrounded by the sounds of...
Farid Sheek
Jul 5, 20212 min read
Residentie Orkest the Hague – Business Circle Meeting
Public Transport: Past, present and future By Roy Lie Atjam. The Philharmonic orchestra and the Residentie Orkest Business Circle met at...
Farid Sheek
Sep 23, 20192 min read
Dream Comes True for ‘Plaza Pianist’: AD Reader Donates a Piano
“We’re moving,” says generous donor Marja Copier. “Our new home doesn’t have space for the piano. When I read the story about Farid, I...
Farid Sheek
Dec 28, 20171 min read
Farid Found His Piano Dream Between the Shops of Plaza
Five years ago, Farid Sheek arrived in the Netherlands, following his mother who had fled Iran after facing political persecution. Back...
Farid Sheek
Dec 6, 20173 min read
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