Khashayar Eshkevari

Khashayar Eshkevari is an Iranian kamancheh player, vocalist and composer based in Helsinki. Persian classical and traditional music form the foundation of his practice, which explores microtonality, improvisation and collaboration across musical cultures.

He holds a diploma in Iranian Music Performance from Tehran School of Music and began the Global Music programme at the Sibelius Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki, in 2024. His training includes kamancheh studies with Ardeshir Kamkar and Shervin Mohajer, and Persian classical singing with Mohsen Keramati and Nasrollah Nassehpour.

His compositions include Javid Iran, Zahak, Chonin and Tangdel, combining kamancheh and alto kamancheh with voices and varied instrumental ensembles. His performance work spans Finland, Sweden and Iran, including Global Fest in Helsinki, Kaustinen Folk Music Festival with Road Ensemble, and Hawraman performances in Stockholm and Gothenburg.

Alongside concert work, he has contributed to recordings and taught at Seyhoun, Kooban and Nafa music schools. He performs kamancheh with Hawraman Music Group.