Iranian Music & Arts
Art and Culture Enrichment Classes for All Ages*
Integral to our holistic educational approach are the programs that provide exposure to Iranian art and culture for all members of the community. We offer separate enrichment classes for kids and adults for a variety of Iranian performing, visual, and creative arts. Please explore the in-person and online class options listed here for different age groups (note the minimum age requirements) and contact us if you have any questions.
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Group enrichment classes will meet if the minimum number of enrollments is met.
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The final work of certain kids performing art classes (such as dance, choir, and theater) can be showcased during School's annual events.
*Classes are open to anyone interested, regardless of their enrollment in the Chicago Persian School language classes.
For Kids and Adults: Traditional Persian Music
Learn Tar, Setar, or Tanbour from the master musician, Mr. Bahram Khani, offering in-person one-on-one lessons, from beginner through advanced.
In-Person One-on-One Lessons
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Age Group: Adults and Kids ( Age 8 and up)
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Cost: $400 for 10 Sessions
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Time (Adults): Sundays, between 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
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Time (Kids): Sundays, between 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
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Format: One-on-One
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Locations: Des Plaines, IL 60016
For Kids: Iranian Dance
Learn elements of Iranian traditional and modern dances. Students can perform a choreographed dance with peers.
In-Person Group Classes
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Age Group: Kids Age 6 and Older
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Cost: $300 for 10 Sessions
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Time: Sundays, 1:45 to 2:30 PM
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Format: Group Class
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Locations: Des Plaines, IL 60016
For Kids: Painting / Drawing
Learn from the master artist, Mr. Payman Shaykholeslam, offering group in-Person or online lessons for kids age 5 and older, from beginner through advanced. Kids age 5 to 7 require an adult accompaniment in class.
In-Person Group Classes
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Age Group: Kids Age 5 and Older
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Pre-paid: $300 for 10 one-hr Sessions
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Drop-in: $36 Per Session
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Time (In-Person): Sundays, 1:40 to 2:40 PM
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Format: Group Class
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Locations: Des Plaines, IL 60016
For Teens & Adults: Painting / Modern Persian Miniature Drawing / Photography
Learn from the master artist, Mr. Payman Shaykholeslam, offering group in-Person or online lessons for adults, from beginner through advanced.
In-Person Group Classes
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Age Group: Age 16 and Older
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Cost: $350 for 10 Sessions
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Time (In-Person): Sundays, at 11:30 AM
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Format: Group Class
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Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016
For Kids: Music For Kids
Master musician, Mr. Mehrdad Teymoori, teaches the foundations of music to children by introducing rhythm, notes, instruments, body percussion, and much more.
Online Private or Group Classes
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Age Group: Kids Age 3 and Older
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Cost for Group: $350 for 10 Sessions
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Cost for Private: $400 for 10 Sessions
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Time: Arranged with the instructor
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Format: Private or Group Classes (different age groups)
For Kids & Teens: Piano / Soprano & Alto Recorder
Learn piano or Soprano & Alto Recorder from the master musician and conductor, Mr. Mehrdard Teymoori, offering online lessons, from beginner through advanced.
Online Private Classes
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Age Group: Ages 10 to 17
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Cost: $400 for 10 Private Sessions
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Time: Arranged with the instructor
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Format: Private Classes
For Adults: Piano / Soprano & Alto Recorder
Learn piano or Soprano & Alto Recorder from the master musician and conductor, Mr. Mehrdard Teymoori, offering online lessons, from beginner through advanced.
Online Private Classes
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Age Group: Adults
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Cost: $400 for 10 Sessions
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Time: Arranged with the instructor
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Format: Private Class