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Shams Ensemble

 Shams group was established by Keikhosro Pournazeri’s efforts in 1977. Its foundation was the first attempt to introduce Iranian Gnostis and mystic music and playing Tanbour in band in the world of Iranian proffesionals.
He invited some of his students who were famaliar with playing Tanbour and gradually, obtaining knowledge and experience in playing and playing in band, they became well known Tanbour players.

Intially, the group perfomed under the name of Tanbour-e-Shams but adding Traditional and Kordish music to their performances, they were published carrying the name of Shams Group. Shams band initiated in Kermanshah, followed recording and publishing their album, ‘Sound of love word’ lead to international halls and festivals.