Iranian musician Aydin Kazemizad wins Akademia Music Awards

January 22, 2024 - 22:34

TEHRAN- Iranian musician Aydin Kazemizad has been honored with the Akademia Music Awards in the Children's Music Album category for his album "Hajastam O Vajastam", Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCY) announced on Monday. 

The album, which marks a collaboration between Aydin Kazemizad and renowned Iranian children's poet Mostafa Rahmandoust, was composed and arranged by Kazemizad specifically for children aged four and above. 

Produced under the supervision of the Music Unit of the Department of Cinematic Affairs and Theater of the IIDCY, the album contains a collection of poems that aim to develop children's skills and abilities through music, movement, and play.

Reflecting on his work, Kazemizad stated, "This album is the culmination of years of dedication, research, and expertise in coaching and teaching children using music as a means to foster their growth and various capabilities.”

“It also includes the creation and arrangement of numerous practical songs for children. I strived to view the songs in this album from the perspective of children and their needs, while also considering a global understanding of children's music,” he added. 

“I am delighted that these efforts have earned international recognition for both myself and my country in the field of children's music. My hope is that this achievement will mark a milestone in the global music production from Iran for Iranian children,” he concluded. 

The Akademia Music Awards accolade describes Aydin Kazemizad's album as a long-awaited children's musical masterpiece, incorporating exceptional guitar work and extraordinary musical styles.

“This buoyant album by Aydin Kazemizad is the kind of children's music many of us unconsciously sought out long ago. ‘Hajastam O Vajastam’ is a heartfelt masterpiece with phenomenal guitar and instrumental stylings."

Following this achievement, Aydin Kazemizad has received an invitation to attend the 2025 Gala Awards ceremony. He has previously been honored with a prestigious music award from the Global Music Awards festival.

The Akademia Music Awards, held in Los Angeles, California, is renowned for recognizing outstanding musical talent from around the world.

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