Fieldwork Discussion Series in Collaboration with Sonic Tehran
First Session
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 (28 Shahrivar 1403), 7:30 PM Tehran Time
Speakers:
Thaïs Gheirati – PhD student in Ethnomusicology at the University of British Columbia, Canada; MA in Ethnomusicology from the University of Art, Tehran; BA in Iranian Instrumental Performance from the University of Tehran.
Talk Title: Ethical Challenges in Fieldwork with Female Singers in Eastern Khorasan, Iran
Arman Najjar – MA student in Ethnomusicology at the University of Art, Tehran.
Talk Title: Monopolization in Field Research on Music in Eastern Khorasan
Second Session
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 (25 Mehr 1403), 7:30 PM Tehran Time
Google Meet Link: [To be provided]
Speaker:
Hossein Filizadeh – MA graduate in Ethnomusicology from the University of Tehran.
Talk Title: Challenges of Field Research in Persian Rap
Abstract:
In this talk, I will discuss the challenges of conducting field research in the highly dynamic and turbulent landscape of Persian rap, highlighting its stark differences from other popular music scenes in Iran. The core argument of this session is the necessity of personalizing the field research process for high-impact genres like rap, where the rapid pace of change—driven by musicians, audiences, and media—demands a tailored approach to research methodologies.
Third Session
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 (23 Aban 1403), 7:30 PM Tehran Time
Speaker:
Solmaz Bazazi – BA in Iranian Instrumental Performance (Kamancheh) from the University of Guilan; MA student in Ethnomusicology at the University of Art, Tehran.
Talk Title: Fieldwork Challenges in Central Mazandaran
Abstract:
This talk will explore the challenges of conducting field research in Central Mazandaran (from the Tajan River in the east to the Haraz River in the west). The discussion will focus on difficulties in accessing resources and establishing connections with knowledgeable individuals—not only within governmental institutions but also among local musicians and researchers.
