ZAVIEH MUSIC ACADEMY

Zavieh Music Academy is a prestigious institution dedicated to nurturing musical talent and fostering a deep appreciation for the art of music. With a team of highly qualified instructors and a comprehensive curriculum, Zavieh offers a wide range of programs for students of all ages and skill levels.


Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore your musical interests or an advanced musician aiming to refine your craft, Zavieh provides an inspiring and supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Our state-of-the-art facilities and personalized teaching approach ensure that each student receives the attention and resources they need to thrive. Join Zavieh Music Academy and embark on a transformative musical journey that will enrich your life and unlock your full potential.

OUR INSTRUCTORS

music are more than just skills—they are lifelong journeys. Our instructors are not only accomplished performers and exhibited artists but also passionate mentors dedicated to nurturing the unique voice of every student. By blending technical mastery with an encouraging atmosphere, they transform the classroom into a space where curiosity thrives and artistic potential becomes reality.

Sara Zavieh

Concert Pianist | Composer | Founder, Zavieh Music Academy

Sara Zavieh is a distinguished concert pianist, educator, and ethnomusicologist with over two decades of international experience spanning Iran, Russia, and Canada. As the founder of Zavieh Music Academy, she combines a rigorous classical foundation with a visionary approach to music education and cross-cultural research.

Core Expertise

  • Academic Excellence: Holds a Master of Arts in Composition and Piano Performance from the University of Art, Tehran, and a Bachelor of Arts in Piano from the Moscow State Pedagogical University (MPGU).
  • Educational Leadership: Successfully founded and managed the Zavieh Music Institute in Tehran (2016) before expanding her vision to North Vancouver in 2024. Her pedagogical reach spans from university-level lecturing at the Tehran Art University to specialized early childhood music education.
  • Artistic Performance: An award-winning performer, recently receiving the First Degree Diploma in Piano Performance at the Talanttar Alemi Festival (2023). She has performed at prestigious venues including Vahdat Hall and Niyavaran Hall as both a soloist and a collaborative ensemble pianist.
  • Published Scholar: A dedicated researcher in ethnomusicology and music theory, Sara has translated significant works from Russian and English into Persian (notably E. Kashmina and Béla Bartók) and has presented ISI-indexed research on the structural resemblances between Persian and Hungarian music.
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Amirhossein Mokhtari Shahrestani

Studied Qanun under Ms. Parichehr Khajeh. Advanced training with Aytac Dogan, Ates Karaduman, Kutsal Sutoglu, Goksel Baktagir. Participated in Qanun workshops in Turkey and received certificates from Goksel Baktagir and Tahir Aydogdu. 

Performed in concerts with various ensembles. Qanun performer with the Isfahan National Orchestra featuring Alireza Ghorbani. Performed in concerts inside and outside Iran with Mohammad Motamedi.

Second Prize – Isfahan Music Competition (2005, 2006). Selected Artist – National Conservatory Students Festival (2007). Second Prize – 8th National Youth Music Festival of Iran.

  • Teaching Experience: Qanun Instructor at University of Music. - Isfahan, Iran
  • Haft Khan I and II (Composer: Zabihollah Vahid). 
  • Raz o Niyaz (Vocals: Salar Aghili). 
  • Az Kuch Ta Rahayi (Vocals: Vahid Taj). 
  • Gramophone (Vocals: Alireza Pourostad). 
  • Goriz (Composer: Hossein Mehrani). 
  • Bang-e Sorkh (Composer: Sina Farzadipour).
  • Naneh Delavar [Theatre Music] (Director: Amir Dezhakam, Composer: Miramir Miri). 
  • Rah-e Mehr Raz-e Sepehr [Theatre Music] (Director: Shokrkhoda Goodarzi, Composer: Behzad Abdi).
  • Performed with Iraj and Golpa. Album: Yadegaraan (Qanun and Percussion). Instrumental album with Istanbul Strings, Turkey (forthcoming). Released more than 20 music videos including collaborations with Ali Emre and Aytac Dogan.

Arash Moradifard

Born on July 21, 1992, began his musical journey at the age of 9 by playing a Persian instrument called the santoor. At 12, he started playing the piano and keyboard. Since 2009, he has been producing music in the pop, hip-hop, and R&B genres, driven by his passion for composing and arranging. 

His artistic career includes playing instruments for artists such as Ali Yasini, Reza Sadeghi, Hamed Homayoun, and more. Additionally, he has worked as a music producer for Mehdi Yaghmaei, Eljaan, Fedi, Amiaa, and others. 

Additionally, he has been the founder of the website VSTBaz.com since 2012, which is the first Persian website that specializes in producing sample packs and educational content in Persian for Iranian music producers.

Ardavan Mofidi

With over 9 years of experience in music instruction, I am passionate about inspiring and mentoring students to reach their full musical  potential. My teaching background spans various roles, from individual and group lessons to classroom teaching, covering a wide range of  subjects, including classical guitar, piano, music theory, and popular music studies. Through dynamic, personalized lessons, I have  successfully guided over 650 students, incorporating the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) methods to build strong technical and  theoretical foundations. 

  • Music Instructor, Piano, and Classical Guitar - Resonate Music School  - Edmonton, Canada  
  • Teaching Assistant - University of Alberta (Introduction to Popular Music)  - Edmonton, Canada 
  • Music Instructor, Classical Guitar, and Music Theory - Nardooneh Music School - Tehran, Iran 

  • Master of Arts in Musicology, 2021-2023 - University of Alberta - Canada  
  • Bachelor of Arts in Music performance, 2015-2020  - Tehran University of Art

Aysan Khalili

Enthusiastic and dedicated Piano and Orff teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. Experienced in working with neurotypical and autistic children, creating inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments. Passionate about nurturing musical confidence, creativity, and emotional expression. Skilled in curriculum development, RCM exam preparation, and performance coaching. Pianist since age 6 with strong background in piano pedagogy.

  • Piano Teacher – MusicWorks Canada, North Vancouver, BC
  • Piano & Orff Teacher – Zavieh Music Academy, North Vancouver, BC
  • Piano Teacher – Zameen Art House, Granville Island, BC
  • Private Piano Instructor – Rumi Music Studio, Burnaby, BC
  • Piano & Orff Teacher – Hamahang Music Academy, Tehran, Iran
  • Piano & Orff Teacher – Pars Music Institute, Tehran, Iran
  • Piano Teacher – Bagh Nava Sorna, Tehran, Iran
  • Dorsa Gallery – Tehran, Iran

  • Bachelor of Arts in Music – Conservatory of Tehran, Iran
  • Master of Environmental Design – Azad University, Tehran
  • Bachelor of Architecture Design – Azad University, Tehran
  • Music History - Piano Pedagogy Course (Gerogy Sarajyan) - Piano Pedagogy Course (Aghdas Pourtorab) - Orff Schulwerk Teaching Course - RCM Teaching Course

Bita Baharloo

Bita Baharloo is a multidisciplinary artist and art instructor specializing in puppet theatre and creative sculpture for children and teenagers. She studied Graphic Arts and later specialized in Puppet Theatre at university.She has worked professionally in puppet theatre productions, as well as in television and home-series projects, designing and creating puppets, sets, and accessories using papier-mâché.

In her teaching, Bita focuses on creativity, storytelling, and hands-on art-making, encouraging children and teens to explore imagination and transform recycled materials into expressive artworks in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Skills: Puppet Performance (Theater) - Voice Acting for Theater - Painting - Papier-Mâché Art - Handicrafts - Embroidery

  • First Place Award in Voice Acting at the Student Puppet Theater Festival (2007).
  • Third Place Award in Puppet Performance at the Student Puppet Theater Festival (2007).
  • Member of Dipap Art Group and Poppeh Art Group.

  • Sold papier-mâché sculptures through leading Tehran art galleries.
  • Designed and created set décor and accessories for the theater production “Two Windows”
  • Puppet performer and creator of accessories and décor for the “The 280th Night of the Year” theatre.
  • Created accessories for two puppet-based productions in home-network and television series.
  • Designed set décor and accessories and worked as a puppet performer for the micro-theater production “Flight No. 745”

Fariba Moazzami

Experienced and retired educator with over 30 years of service in primary and secondary education,  including roles as teacher, educational supervisor, and vice principal. Recognized multiple times as  an exemplary teacher. Currently an active vocalist and vocal coach with public performances in  prestigious venues in Tehran and three published music albums. 

Studied voice and music with renowned vocal coaches. Performed concerts in venues such as Vahdat Hall and other major stages in Tehran and Released three professional music albums as a solo artist. Currently active as a professional singer and vocal coach 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences - Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran 
  • Primary School Teacher - Ministry of Education, Tehran (17 years) 
  • High School Teacher & Educational Vice Principal - Ministry of Education, Tehran (13 years) 

Narin Naghdi

I have been playing Handpan and composing music with it, using it as a way to express myself, be creative, and connect emotionally with others. I have created my own patterns and pieces that show what the Handpan can do, blending tradition and innovation to evoke deep emotions.

Sahand Sarbishei

Sahand is a musician and teacher, playing Tar, Setar, Tanbour, and Oud. He began his musical journey at the age of ten, studying Setar under the guidance of Mr. Foad Tohidi. He later received the Best Setar Player award twice at the Iranian Provincial Music Festival. A formative milestone in his artistic development was the opportunity to study the repertoire of Persian Classical Music (Radif) with the renowned maestro Mohammadreza Lotfi.

After moving to Canada to pursue a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia, the sense of duty to introduce Persian Music led him to hold workshops and music classes, followed by playing with other musicians in Vancouver. He has performed in more than 60 concerts, festivals, and fundraising events, and was selected as Best Musician at the UBC Music Talent Night in 2019.

Shawn (Shahrokh) Sedighiani

Shawn Sedighiani is an experienced violin and piano teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience in Iran and Canada. He specializes in teaching children and beginners, using a Suzuki-based and student-centered approach that builds strong musical foundations in a warm, supportive environment.

Shawn is a registered member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas and has completed Suzuki Teacher Training Units 1 through 8. His teaching also aligns with the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) curriculum, and he prepares students for exams, performances, and long-term musical growth.

With a background in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Shawn has extensive experience working with young learners. He designs age-appropriate lessons that combine structure, creativity, and encouragement, helping children develop confidence, focus, and a genuine love for music. He places strong emphasis on parent communication and practice guidance, especially for beginner students.

In addition to teaching, Shawn is the author of a well-known beginner violin method book, widely used by teachers and students. His background also includes orchestral and chamber music performance, which informs his musical depth and expressive teaching style.

Shawn teaches violin and beginner piano through private lessons and group classes, supporting students of various ages and levels in a positive and motivating learning environment.

Sina Nazari

Music educator with over 25 years of professional teaching experience, instructing adolescents and adults in both formal and independent educational settings. Highly skilled in designing and implementing instructional programs tailored to students’ levels, abilities, and educational goals. Experienced in teaching aural skills, theoretical foundations, and practical musicianship, with a strong record of collaboration with reputable music institutions.

Conducting specialized courses in:  Ear Training - How to Listen to Music - Solfège - Music Theory

Teaching Specializations: Solfège - Harmony - Music Theory (Elementary & Advanced) - Music History - Piano (Bastien Method, RCM – Royal Conservatory of Music)

  • Graduate of the Faculty of Art and Architecture, University of Tehran