TEHRAN – Veteran singer Nader Golchin, famous for his renditions of memorable old-time songs, was honored during a ceremony at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on Wednesday evening.

A large number of musicians from his time, including Abdolvahhab Shahidi, attended the ceremony.

The event began by screening a video featuring a short interview with the singer. It was then followed by an improvisation by santur virtuoso Fazlollah Tavakkol. 

Vocalist Hamidreza Nurbakhsh, who is also the managing director of Iran’s House of Music, praised Golchin’s artistic career and said, “When we say Nader Golchin is a good singer must give reasons why. The hidden characteristic in his voice has made him a distinguished singer.

“He enjoys a unique voice with a specific type of vocal sound with a vast and proper limit of singing. He also has a full knowledge of singing, making him into a perfect singer.

“Singers like Golchin prove that singing is not limited to classical performances, since he can also focus on other key components not necessarily related to classical singing, and yet he still remains a perfect singer,” he explained.

“While he has engaged in a wide range of musical activities, he can also be categorized as a pop singer. The pop music he offers is quite different, that is, he always offers a type of music that bears a sign of intellect,” Nurbakhsh said.

A bust of Golchin was handed to the 80-year-old singer by Deputy Culture Minister for Artistic Affairs Ali Moradkhani. Golchin, in his brief words, called love the main element in his success. 

The ceremony was organized by Radnoandish Art and Cultural Institute, a private organization active in art and cultural activities.

“Plaything”, “Arrow of Eyelashes” and “Song of Caravan” are among the songs by Golchin.

Photo: Nader Golchin speaks during a ceremony held at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on April 27, 2016 to honor the 80-year-old vocalist for his lifetime achievements. (ISNA/Abdolvahed Mirzazadeh)

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