Sahand Zare

Sahand Zare, originally from Shiraz, Iran, embarked on a transformative journey at a young age, leaving his homeland to pursue his lifelong passion for music. Over the past 20 years, he has immersed himself in various musical styles, including classical, Persian traditional, and fusion genres, steadily honing his skills through diverse methodologies. Alongside his music performance studies, Sahand has dedicated himself to composition, sharing his creations through solo violin pieces and fusion music available online. As a co-founder and active member of the Sthalamus music band, he contributes to shaping their diverse repertoire. Currently, Sahand is pursuing his M.M. degree in violin performance at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) under the mentorship of Dr. Lorenz Gamma. He is eager to draw from his rich musical journey to contribute meaningfully to the community, both musically and culturally.