Milad Azizi

Milad Azizi

Classical Guitarist & Composer

Milad Azizi - Classical Guitarist

Milad Azizi

Classical Guitarist · Music Educator · Composer

About Me

Biography

I am a dedicated classical guitarist, music educator, and composer with over a decade of experience in performing, teaching and event coordination.

My journey in music combines technical mastery with creative expression, nurtured through formal education, mentorship under esteemed musicians and participation in prestigious international projects.

With a passion for sharing knowledge, I have helped students of all ages develop their skills in music theory, composition, guitar and ensemble performance while also pioneering initiatives to elevate the classical guitar community in Iran and beyond.

I believe in the transformative power of music and strive to create meaningful connections between performers and audiences through my work.

Education

2016

Bachelor's Degree in Music Composition

Farhang & Honar University, Tehran, Iran

2020

Master's Degree Student in Musicology

İstanbul University, İstanbul, Türkiye

Discontinued due to COVID-19 pandemic

Professional Training

Classical Guitar

Mehrdad Pakbaz

Shahab Khaefi

Counterpoint

Mohammadreza Tafazzoli

Pejman Khalili

Harmony

Pejman Khalili

Shahram Tavakoli

Form and Analysis

Mohammadreza Tafazzoli

Orchestration

Ali Akbar Ghorbani

Solfège

Majid Sinaki

Vocal Training

Daina Adama

Conducting

Nader Mashayekhi

Masterclasses

I have had the privilege of learning from some of the most renowned figures in classical guitar.

Leo BrouwerRemi BoucherMarcin DyllaLorenzo MicheliGoran KrivokapicAmir John Haddad

These masterclasses have deepened my understanding of technique, interpretation and repertoire development.

Teaching

Classical Guitar

Specializing in developing technique and repertoire for students of all levels.

Music Composition

Fundamentals of music composition including Music Theory, Harmony, Counterpoint, Form & Analysis, Orchestration and Music History.

Ensemble

Training children and adolescents in ensemble techniques for collaborative performances.

Performance Highlights

2014

Solo Concert

Siros Saber Hall, Alborz

2016

Ensemble Performance

Gholhak Cinema, Tehran

2019

Boom Zang Rang Orchestra

Conducted and arranged for the orchestra at Azadi Tower, Tehran.

2020

Grand Queen Guitar Online Orchestra

Participated alongside 130 guitarists from more than 20 countries performing Dance of the Skomorokhs by Konstantin Vassiliev.

2023

Chromatic Orchestra

Conducted and arranged for the orchestra at Shahid Fahmideh Hall, Alborz.

2024

Research-Oriented Ensemble Concerts

Directed and conducted concerts with Ava Music Academy students at Siros Saber Hall, Alborz.

2026

Research-Oriented Concert

Directed and conducted Ava Youth Orchestra at Arco Hall, Alborz.

Other Activities

Event Organization

Organized the Classical Guitar Education Event in Tehran featuring renowned guitarists such as Mehrdad Pakbaz, Afshin Torabi, Shahrukh Rahimi, Mohammadreza Tafaghodi and Shahab Khaefi.

2018

Event Coordination

Coordinated the 6th Istanbul International Guitar Festival, connecting international artists and the global classical guitar community.

2019

Interview

Conducted an interview with classical guitarist Irina Kulikova as part of the Istanbul Guitar Festival Talk Show series.

2020