The Persian translation of The Secret of the Galician Bagpipe debuted in Tehran, highlighting cultural exchange between Iran and Spain through traditional music. The publication introduces Persian readers to the history of the Galician bagpipe. It also promotes appreciation for regional musical heritage.
Translator and musician Liana Sharifian attended the unveiling ceremony with her father, renowned Ney Anban performer Mohsen Sharifian. Musicians, researchers, and cultural figures also joined the event. They discussed the importance of preserving traditional music through education and translation.
Sharifian specializes in regional music and focuses on the Ney Anban, Iran’s traditional bagpipe. She previously studied in Spain’s Galicia region. There, she trained on the Galician bagpipe and explored local musical traditions. Later, she translated the book for Persian-speaking musicians and students.
During the ceremony, Sharifian said art and culture continue connecting people during difficult times. Therefore, she decided to publish the book without delaying the project. She also described the publication as a bridge between Iranian and Spanish musical traditions.
The book explains the history, structure, playing techniques, and different forms of the Galician bagpipe. In addition, Sharifian included notes comparing Spanish musical traditions with Iranian culture. She added these explanations wherever similarities appeared. She also highlighted archaeological evidence showing that bagpipe-like instruments existed in ancient Iran.
Nearly three-quarters of the publication contains practical lessons, exercises, and music theory. Consequently, readers can use the book as a self-study guide. They can gradually develop their performance skills through structured lessons.
The Ney Anban remains an important instrument across Bushehr, Hormozgan, and Khuzestan. Local communities continue performing it during celebrations and cultural events. Experts believe projects like this translation strengthen cultural cooperation. Moreover, they help preserve traditional music and encourage future educational exchanges between Iranian and Spanish musicians.