World-renowned Iranian vocalist with over 25 years of experience and more than 300 national and international concerts. Noted for collaborations with both distinguished Iranian and international musicians, Alireza Ghorbani stands alone as a pioneering figure in traditional Persian music with extensive contributions across various global platforms.

Born in Tehran, Iran, on January 31, 1972, Alireza Ghorbani began his vocal training at the age of twelve. By the age of twenty-seven, he was selected as the solo vocalist for the Iran National Orchestra. Ghorbani went on to establish himself as a prominent figure in the Persian music scene. His extensive repertoire includes both Radif and Tasnif, showcasing his mastery of some of the most intricate vocal techniques. He performs with both small ensembles and larger orchestras.
A world-renowned artist deeply rooted in tradition, Ghorbani is driven by an insatiable curiosity and a broad appreciation for other cultures. The strikingly chiseled qualities of his voice have established him as a prominent figure in the new generation of Iranian classical musicians.
To date, Ghorbani has released over 20 albums in Iran and Europe. He routinely participates in a wide array of international projects, including multicultural collaborations in Europe, America, Africa and Asia with prominent artists from around the globe. Notable projects include “Le Rhythm De La Parole,” “Souffles Du Monde” (released in Europe), and partnerships with Tunisian singer Dorsaf Hamdani. He has also performed with the Düsseldorf Symphony Orchestra, the Kamel Orchestra in Vienna, the Cologne Philharmonic, and the Vancouver Opera Orchestra.
For decades, Ghorbani has been routinely invited to international music festivals and recognized as one of the most active traditional singers outside of Iran. He has performed at prestigious venues such as Dubai Opera House, Cadogan Hall and the Barbican in London, the Philharmonic Hall in Cologne, the Vienna Concert House, the Théâtre du Louvre and Alhambra in Paris, the Tonhalle in Düsseldorf, and the Opera House in Vancouver. Other notable venues include the Théâtre de la Ville in Paris, Rose Hall in Los Angeles, Gulbenkian Hall in Lisbon, Odeon Concert Hall in Vienna, Bozar Concert Hall in Brussels, and Womex 2017 in Poland, and Uppsala Concert Hall in Sweden.
Ghorbani has also collaborated extensively with artists in cinema and television, lending his voice to some of the most iconic pieces in Iranian cinema and television. Notable works include “Kif-e Engilisi,” “Sheb-e Dahom,” “Madar-e Sefr Darajeh,” “Kimia,” “Aghigh,” “Madar-e Sefr Darajeh,” and “Pedar.”
In a feature on French radio, following the release of one of his works in France, he was described as “one of the greatest Iranian singers with remarkable skills.”
During one of his European tours, Deutsche Welle described him as: “a renowned singer of the Iranian National Orchestra, led by Farhad Fakhredini, with his delightful voice and a place in the classical Iranian arena.”
Songlines wrote about him: “Trained to recite the Qur’an as he was being brought up, Alireza Ghorbani developed his vocal abilities at a young age, going on to master the numerous scales of Middle Eastern music. For a few years now he has been releasing some of the most innovative recordings of Persian music, while always fully respecting the authentic traditions.”
Recognized by Iranian media as one of the most important singers in the country, Shargh newspaper recently described his significant contributions to Persian music:
Alireza Ghorbani is a moral, professional, and humble singer who, along with all these traits, is persevering with exemplary work. He has collaborated with every notable composer and has countless songs and published works. His eternal learning spirit has allowed him to step up with calm and confidence pacing in the way of Iranian music.
Flexibility, on the other hand, has led to different experiences. From improvisation to singing a track that most people have listened to. All this, along with orchestral activities, international activities, and releasing of the album, made him a person called Alireza Ghorbani, the singer of Iranian folk music.