Stay Close is a ten-month project exploring contemporary classical music as a means of cultural exchange between the UK and Iran. Following research periods in both Iran and the UK, a new piece of music entitled Only Sound Remains was produced, considering ethnic identity in the UK through the lens of the Iranian-British community.

The concert followed a day-long conference focusing on Middle Eastern music practices which included a talk by composer and project leader Soosan Lolavar on Stay Close.

For any further information, see the Stay Close website here.