What does Zoroastrian identity sound like?

On 29 May, audiences at Kings Place in London embarked on a remarkable musical journey through heritage, memory, faith and belonging with Manashni, Gavashni, Kunashni: A Musical Journey into Zoroastrian Identity.

The concert marked the culmination of Jonathan Galton‘s tenure as Shapoorji Pallonji Artist-in-Residence 2025–26, exploring how music shapes, preserves and expresses Zoroastrian identity across generations and communities.

Bringing together newly commissioned works and cherished musical traditions, the evening featured performances by Frazan Kotwal, Fra Rustumji, Firoze Madon, Amir Massoumian and the Ava Choir, alongside original compositions by Kahan Taraporevala and Raiomond Mirza. Hosted by Nina Wadia OBE, the programme celebrated the richness and diversity of Zoroastrian cultural expression through sound.

A memorable evening of music, reflection and connection.

This concert explores the role of music in shaping and expressing Zoroastrian identity. Bringing together newly commissioned works and musical traditions associated with Zoroastrian communities, the programme reflects on heritage, memory, faith and cultural belonging. Hosted by Nina Wadia OBE, the concert features performances by Frazan Kotwal, Fra Rustumji, Firoze Madon, Amir Massoumian and the Ava Choir, alongside original compositions by Kahan Taraporevala and Raiomond Mirza. Manashni, Gavashni, Kunashni—”Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds”—is the central ethical principle of Zoroastrianism and the inspiration for this musical journey. 29 May 2026, Kings Place.