CAMS Collaborating Musician

Miead Nikfarjam is a Reliability engineer and accomplished Daf (frame drum) player from Shahsavar, Iran. He began his journey with the Daf in 1999, developing a deep connection to the instrument and Persian rhythm. In 2006, he studied under Maestro Masoud Habibi, where he mastered rhythmic fundamentals and modern Daf techniques. After reaching an advanced level, he began training students and performing extensively. Miead has collaborated with renowned ensembles, performing at both local and international concerts. Now based in the U.S., he teaches the Daf at the University of Maryland and the greater DC metro area, sharing his passion for Persian music and rhythm with a new generation.