Persian Dombak

The musician featured in this video is Arjang Faramarzi from the Mastan Ensemble. He's playing an instrument known as the dombak or goblet drum-- which is a direct descendant of drums used by the ancient Sumerians. It is an essential instrument in both the classical and the popular music of Persia. Founded in 2005 by Parvaz Homay, The Mastan Ensemble has become one of the most prominent traditional music groups from Iran. Homay's ensemble consists of eight highly proficient musicians who promote the Sufi tradition of living consciously and creatively.