Homayoun Shajarian Biography: Wife, Age, Height, Songs, YouTube, Ethnicity, Religion, Net Worth

Homayoun Shajarian is an Iranian classical music and Persian classical crossover vocalist, tombak player, and kamancheh performer renowned for his mastery of traditional Iranian music, emotional delivery in avaz (Persian vocal improvisation), and collaborations with prominent musicians.

As the son of legendary vocalist Mohammad Reza Shajarian, he has carried forward the family legacy while releasing acclaimed independent albums and performing internationally in Persian traditional, folk, and tasnif genres.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Homayoun Shajarian
• Stage Name: Homayoun Shajarian
• Born: May 21, 1975
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: Tehran, Iran
• Nationality: Iranian
• Ethnicity: Iranian
• Occupation: Singer, Musician
• Height: 1.75m
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mohammad Reza Shajarian
• Siblings: Four
• Spouse: Gita Khansari
• Children: Yasmine Shajarian
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Homayoun Shajarian was born on May 21, 1975, in Tehran, Iran.

He was brought up by his parents, Mohammad Reza Shajarian and Mrs. Shajarian, in a music-dedicated family immersed in Persian classical traditions.

He grew up with siblings including older sisters who also trained in vocal techniques under their father.

His ethnicity is Iranian and his religion is unknown.

From age five, upon his father’s advice, he studied tombak technique and rhythm under master Nasser Farhangfar, later continuing under Jamshid Mohebbi.

At age ten, he began learning Persian traditional vocal avaz alongside his sisters under Mohammad Reza Shajarian‘s supervision, gaining expertise in avaz techniques and voice production.

He attended Tehran Conservatory of Music, choosing kamancheh as his professional instrument and studying under tutors including Ardeshir Kamkar.

Career

Homayoun Shajarian started accompanying his father Mohammad Reza Shajarian in 1991 with the Ava Music Ensemble, playing tombak in concerts across the US, Europe, and Iran.

From 1999, he also performed vocals alongside his father and other masters like Hossein Alizadeh and Keyhan Kalhor.

His debut independent album, Nassim-e Vasl (composed by Mohammad Javad Zarrabian), was released in 2003 on his 28th birthday.

He has since released numerous albums blending traditional Persian music with crossover elements, including popular works like Iran-e Man (2018) and Sheen Meem Seen (2024).

Known for songs such as Hava-ye Geryeh, Yek Nafas Arezouye To, and Asemane Abri, he performs at major festivals and has maintained a prominent presence in Iranian classical music despite political contexts, including concert cancellations in support of protests.

Personal Life

Homayoun Shajarian, 50 years old with height unknown, is divorced.

He was married to Gita Khansari (also spelled Guitta Khansari) from 1996 (or 1995 in some sources) until their divorce in 2015.

No other past relationships are publicly known. They have one daughter, Yasmine Shajarian (born November 6, 2007, in Tehran).

He maintains a private approach to personal matters, focusing publicly on his music and cultural advocacy.

Net Worth

Homayoun Shajarian‘s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD.

His income primarily comes from music releases and album sales through platforms like Spotify and Apple Music; live concerts and international tours in Europe, North America, and the Middle East; streaming royalties from popular tracks and albums; collaborations with composers and ensembles in Persian classical music; and potential earnings from private performances or cultural events in the Iranian music community.

Social Media

• Instagram: @homayounshajarian
• YouTube: Homayoun Shajarian