
In Persian, the word Baadbaan translates to Sail. Comprising two components, Baad (referring to wind) and Baan (a suffix which means Keeper or Guide), Baadbaan can be interpreted loosely as “Wind Keeper” or “Wind Guide.”The inspiration behind writing a piece with this title stems from the fact that in Persian, Baadbaan embodies notions of resistance and resilience. I think this word possesses both a profound and melodious quality, poetic and subtle.This piece narrates the expedition of a Baadbaan (sail), navigating the sea of life’s unpredictabilities and reaching its ultimate fate.
Live concert recording, National Sawdust, Brooklyn, NY, December 11, 2023.