Today we’d like to introduce you to Amin Safari.
Amin has been fascinated by guitar since he first saw one at age six. However, it was not till a few years later that he played his first note on the guitar. After a few years of self-taught lessons, Amin entered Folk University in Sweden where he received a degree in classical music. He was also very interested in science and entered the PhD program/Forskarskolan in Umea University. After traveling throughout Europe, Amin arrived in Spain and fell in love with the art of flamenco.
Although he pursued a scientific career as a molecular biologist at Umea University in Sweden & Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas; the passion for music was always there. He filled his spare time by giving private guitar lessons and also performing with famous Iranian artists. Throughout his years working as a guitarist, Amin never stopped composing and arranging his songs, into which flamenco elements slowly began to make their way. He created the entertainment company called EQRecords which includes Lessons, recording & performances. Amin’s inspirations are renowned flamenco artists such as Paco de Lucia, Vicente Amigo, Gipsy Kings, Jesse Cook and Ottmar Leibert.
The high-energy rhythms and passionate melodies captivate the audience of all ages and race. His last four albums “A Different Tune, Pasion de la Guitarra, Luna and Amor” are a fusion of flamenco with other worldly sounds. The album “Luna” was a recipient of the Akademia award for “Best Latin Instrumental” in November 2015. The album “La Rumba” was a recipient of the Akademia award for “Best World Beat” in September 2017. Amin has been playing in many venues around town and other states for the past 15 years. Amin’s latest album “La Rumba” is now available on CDBaby and iTunes.
We’d love to hear more about your art. What do you do you do and why and what do you hope others will take away from your work?
I am a singer song writer artist, I create my own music and perform live in different venues in Houston and other cities. I have 5 Albums and my last 2 albums received best latin instrumental and best world beat award from Akademia. My main music style is fusion flamenco which is very popular. I also play some cover music from different artist around the world with my own unique arrangement. One of my inspirations is the joy that my music brings to my fans. I am also a music teacher and I want to inspire everyone to learn music in some way because music improves lives. It definitely has improved mine.
The sterotype of a starving artist scares away many potentially talented artists from pursuing art – any advice or thoughts about how to deal with the financial concerns an aspiring artist might be concerned about?
One of the best ways to overcome financial struggles is to market yourself through social media and email.
Homemade music videos. You have to have a strong presence in social media. Basically, you have to be very present and make yourself available.
Do you have any events or exhibitions coming up? Where would one go to see more of your work? How can people support you and your artwork?
My music is available through my website www.aminsafari.com. It is also available on iTunes. People can also listen to my music through Pandora, Spotify and iHeart Radio
Contact Info:
- Website: www.aminsafari.com
- Email: asafari@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aminsafari.guitar/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AminSafariMusic
- Other: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85WQ6NB6Xz-aRIz1KVr9cw
Image Credit:
Pegah Nassiri
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