Rastak Band
"Rastak," in Farsi, means a newly born plant that grows at the bottom of a tree. Sometimes it grows taller and stronger than the main tree itself. So, it can be interpreted as a plant with its roots in the ground, containing all the essential elements of life, when it is fully grown. We, the Rastak music group, like the "Rastak" natural process, have borrowed the background of our music from the roots of our history and culture. We have been using ethnic-based themes with our specific arrangement to connect with a more extensive range of the audience worldwide for years.
Rastak is one of the most well-known bands in Iranian contemporary folk music, which was formed as an experimental music group in 1997. The group seeks to collect, record, and interpret Iranian folk music for a global audience. Rastak incorporates language, culture, and history, merging traditional instruments and forms with contemporary rhythms.
Yolaine Madani
Yolaine Madani, of French origin, discovered Iran at the age of 16 when she moved there with her family for several years. Captivated by the country, she developed a deep passion for Persian culture and has been dedicated to it ever since. She studied the Persian language at university up to a master's level and has been training in traditional Persian music for nearly ten years, focusing on singing and the setar.
Her musical journey began within her family, where she practiced ancient French traditional songs, and she was also introduced to Basque and Occitan singing.
Deeply moved by Persian music and the philosophy it carries, she aims to make it accessible to French speakers and is fully committed to building bridges between her two countries, France and Iran.
Concert
''Iranian Folk Music''
Friday.21.March
Paris
