Woman.Life.Freedom. – A Benefit Concert for Human Rights in Iran

Iranian-Canadian countertenor Cameron Shahbazi presents a special concert, filmed at Oper Frankfurt in December 2022, raising awareness and support in aid of Human Rights in Iran. Shahbazi is joined by other musicians with Iranian roots and performers passionate about the cause for a diverse programme featuring poetry readings and works by Iranian composers alongside music focusing on women – their suffering and hopes for freedom.

Soloists: 

Mahan Esfahani (Harpsichord), Kian Soltani (Cello), Sophia Muñoz (Piano), Naghib Shanbehzadeh (Percussion), Lilian Farahani (Soprano), Kristine Opolais (Soprano), Cameron Shahbazi (Countertenor), Azin Zahedi (Flute), Micha Afkham (Viola), Jeff Cohen (Piano), Anna Bonitatibus (Mezzo-Soprano), Ambur Braid (Soprano)