Ali Akbar Ghorbani
Composer, Professor, Author, Conductor
He has pursued extensive training in music composition, studying core subjects such as harmony, counterpoint, orchestration, and musical form under the guidance of renowned Iranian composer Maestro Farhad Fakhreddini. His dedication to advancing his craft led him to participate in composition masterclasses with Khayyam Mirzazade of the Baku Academy of Music in Azerbaijan, as well as orchestral conducting workshops with Austrian maestros Christian W. Schulz and Nassir Heidarian.
Author & Educator
He has dedicated his career to music education and developing accessible resources for students and professionals alike.
- Author of Fundamental Concepts of Music Theory, Orchestration Simplified, and Shoor Afarin: A Collection of Iranian Opera for Piano, Song, and Piano
- Teaching at the University of Applied Science and Technology (Iran) since 2005
Conductor & Performer
He has conducted major orchestras and ensembles both in Iran and internationally.
- Iran National Instruments Orchestra
- Tehran (Farhang) Symphonic Orchestra
- Various performances across Iran and abroad, including:
- Serper Music Festival – Astana, Kazakhstan
- Vienna, Austria
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory – Russia
International Festival Appearances
His work has been featured in major international festivals and cultural events.
- Spring Festival 2016 – Shanghai, China
- Concerts in UAE and Sweden
- Tirgan Festival – Canada
- Riva del Garda Festival 2009 – Italy
- World Choir Championships 2009 – South Korea
- World Vocal Ensembles Championships 2009 – Barcelona, Spain
Academic Training & Mentorship
He studied under leading composers and conductors, building deep expertise in both composition and orchestral direction.
- Studied harmony, counterpoint, orchestration, and musical form with Maestro Farhad Fakhreddini
- Attended composition masterclasses with Khayyam Mirzazade – Baku Academy of Music, Azerbaijan
- Participated in conducting workshops with Christian W. Schulz and Nassir Heidarian – Austria
Leadership & Jury Roles
He has contributed to the development of Iran’s music culture through expert advisory and jury work.
- Member of the Technical Council of Iran’s National Orchestra since 2015
- Jury member for the Fajr Music Festival (Composing Section) in 2011 and 2014
Film & Media Composer
Beyond the stage, he has composed music for a variety of film and animation projects, expanding his work into multimedia storytelling.